On Wednesday, Pakistani cricket sensation Babar Azam achieved a remarkable milestone, outpacing cricket stalwarts Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli as he became the fastest batter to amass 10,000 T20 runs. During a Pakistan Super League match where Peshawar Zalmi faced off against Karachi Kings, Babar notched up 72 runs, propelling him past the coveted 10,000-run mark in an astonishing 271 innings, 281 matches, and a mere 11 years and 82 days.
This stellar achievement surpassed the previous records held by West Indies’ Chris Gayle, who reached the milestone in 285 innings, 290 matches, and 11 years and 215 days, and India’s Virat Kohli, accomplishing it in 299 innings, 314 matches, and 14 years and 176 days. Babar’s accomplishment adds a new chapter to his cricketing legacy, signaling a remarkable display of skill and consistency.
Reflecting on Babar’s recent form, during the T20I series against New Zealand, former Pakistan team director Mohammad Hafeez shared insights into conversations with Babar and fellow batter Mohammad Rizwan. Despite a challenging run in the previous year, Babar showcased a resurgence, scoring 213 runs in the series. Hafeez emphasized the importance of team contribution, encouraging Babar to embrace a strategic positional change, playing at number three for the betterment of the team’s dynamics.
