Five Records Achieved by Pakistan’s Babar Azam

In the past decade, the Pakistan cricket team has faced significant challenges, struggling with consistency and frequent changes in team management. Amidst these challenges, Babar Azam has emerged as a beacon of hope and stability for the team and the nation.

As the backbone of the team, he has withstood consistent media scrutiny and criticism. Despite a recent setback with Pakistan’s group exit from the T20 World Cup 2024, team management has shown unwavering trust in Babar’s leadership.

While changes are anticipated within the team, Babar’s captaincy remains firm. Here, we highlight five major records held by Babar Azam in international cricket.

1) Fastest to 5000 Runs in ODIs

Babar Azam is ranked first in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings and is widely regarded as a modern-day great in ODI cricket. In his 97th ODI inning, Babar set the record as the fastest batsman to reach 5000 runs.

With a total of 5729 runs in 117 matches, he averages 56.72 and has a strike rate of 88.75. His ODI career boasts 19 centuries and 32 half-centuries, underscoring his exceptional batting prowess.

2) Fastest to 2500 Runs in T20Is

Since his T20I debut in 2016, Babar Azam has become a vital part of Pakistan’s top order. In his 62nd T20I inning, he became the fastest player to reach 2500 runs in the format, marking another significant achievement.

Over his T20I career, Babar has accumulated 4145 runs in 123 matches, averaging 41.03 with a strike rate of 129.08, solidifying his place among the top T20 batsmen.

3) Most Runs in T20 Cricket by a Pakistani Batsman

Babar Azam has left an indelible mark on T20 cricket, known for his consistent performance and elegant stroke play. He holds the record for the most runs by a Pakistani batsman in T20Is, with 4145 runs in 123 matches.

His impressive average of 41.03 and strike rate of 129.08, along with 3 centuries and 36 fifties, highlight his dominance in the shortest format of the game.

4) Most Fifties in T20 Career

Babar Azam’s record of 39 half-centuries in T20 cricket showcases his ability to consistently perform at the highest level. Alongside these fifties, he has three centuries to his name, demonstrating his capacity to convert starts into significant scores.

Despite recent challenges during the T20 World Cup 2024, Babar’s experience and skill make him a formidable player expected to bounce back strongly.

5) Most Consecutive Matches as Captain of a Team

Babar Azam has set a remarkable record by captaining his team in 55 consecutive matches. His leadership skills, tactical acumen, and unwavering commitment have been instrumental across all formats of the game.

Babar’s ability to balance his batting responsibilities with his captaincy duties has been commendable, making him a pivotal figure in Pakistan cricket. His captaincy record across Test matches, ODIs, and T20Is reflects his significant impact on the field.

These records not only highlight Babar Azam’s individual brilliance but also underscore his vital role in Pakistan cricket’s ongoing journey.