In the realm of T20 International cricket, Thursday marked a historic milestone as Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, etched his name in the annals of the sport’s history. Surpassing the renowned Virat Kohli, Babar Azam now reigns as the all-time leading run-scorer in this thrilling format, amassing a remarkable total of 4,067 runs from 113 innings. This feat, achieved in 110 innings, previously belonged to Kohli.
Close on their heels stands India’s stalwart, Rohit Sharma, boasting 4,026 runs from 144 innings. The trio—Babar Azam, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma—are poised to dazzle audiences in the highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan clash at Nassau County Stadium in New York this Sunday. The fixture promises to showcase the pinnacle of T20I talent, stirring the fervor of fans worldwide.
In Pakistan’s Group A opener against the USA in Dallas, Babar Azam once again demonstrated his mettle. Emerging as the leading scorer for his side, Babar’s composed innings of 44 runs from 43 balls bolstered Pakistan’s competitive edge. Shadab Khan’s crucial 40 runs and Shaheen Shah Afridi’s brisk 25-run cameo further fortified Pakistan’s innings, culminating in a respectable total of 159/7 at the conclusion of their 20 overs.
Amidst Pakistan’s batting display, the USA’s Noshtush Kenjige emerged as a standout performer, clinching three pivotal wickets and posing a formidable challenge to the Pakistani batsmen.
Babar Azam’s ascent to the summit of T20I run-scoring is a testament to his unwavering consistency and adeptness in the shortest format of the game. His ability to thrive under pressure and steer his team with finesse has garnered acclaim and reverence from cricket enthusiasts and pundits alike. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will remain fixated on Babar Azam, eagerly awaiting his exploits in the upcoming matches, particularly the high-stakes encounter against India.