Babar Azam etched his name deeper into the Pakistan Super League (PSL) record books during the tournament’s ninth edition opener against Quetta Gladiators on February 17th. Despite his team, Peshawar Zalmi, falling short by 16 runs, Babar’s remarkable knock of 68 runs catapulted him into the elite group of players with 3000+ runs in the league’s history.
This achievement becomes even more significant as Babar is the first and only player to reach this milestone. He achieved this feat in just 80 matches and 78 innings, highlighting his consistent performance and dominance at the crease throughout the PSL seasons. His average of 44.16 and strike rate of 125.49 further demonstrate his ability to score quickly while building substantial partnerships.
Babar’s journey in the PSL began in 2016, playing for Islamabad United. He later represented Karachi Kings before shifting to his current team, Peshawar Zalmi. Over the years, he has amassed 327 boundaries and 50 maximums, showcasing his versatility as a batsman.
This landmark achievement serves as another testament to Babar’s brilliance as a batsman and his leadership qualities as the captain of the national team. With many more years potentially ahead of him in the PSL, it seems inevitable that Babar will continue to rewrite the record books and inspire generations of young cricketers.
Key Players and Runs Scored in PSL History:
| Player | Span | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam (IU/KK/PZ) | 2016-2024 | 80 | 3003 | 44.16 | 125.49 |
| Fakhar Zaman (LQ) | 2017-2024 | 77 | 2381 | 31.32 | 141.97 |
| Shoaib Malik (KK/MS/PZ) | 2016-2024 | 82* | 2082 | 33.58 | 129.71 |
| Mohammad Rizwan (KK/LQ/MS) | 2016-2024 | 72* | 2007 | 42.7 | 128.32 |
| Kamran Akmal (PZ) | 2016-2022 | 75 | 1972 | 27.38 | 136.94 |
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