peshawar zalmi captain Babar Azam He continues to redefine consistency in T20 cricket, and his latest achievement has put him in elite company. during psl 2026The Pakistani star created history by becoming the fastest batsman to score 100 half-centuries in T20 and broke the long-standing record. Virat Kohli.
Babar Azam broke Virat Kohli’s T20 record
The milestone came during Zalmi’s clash against Quetta Gladiators at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday. In doing so, Babar reached the milestone in just 341 innings – an incredible feat that highlights both his longevity and consistency at the highest level.
To put things in perspective, Kohli took 401 innings to reach the same milestone, making Babar’s achievement even more remarkable. The statistics underline how influential he has been in this format over the last few years and continues to build his reputation as one of the most reliable performers in T20 cricket.
This achievement makes him one of the few players who have managed to reach 100 T20 fifties. as names are added david warner And Jos Buttler, Babar have now made their place among the modern great players of this format. Notably, he is also the first Pakistani batsman to reach this milestone, further adding to the significance of the record.
Babar’s match winning innings under pressure
While this record itself made headlines, Babar’s performance in the match was equally brilliant. Chasing the target of 155 runs, he led the innings with composed and controlled innings and remained unbeaten on 71 runs off 51 balls.
This innings was a perfect example of his batting style – calm, calculated and effective. With 10 fours, Babar ensured the scoreboard kept going without taking unnecessary risks. His approach allowed Zalmi to remain firmly on track throughout the chase.
He got good support from Mohammad Haris, who played a quick inning of 35 runs in 28 balls. Together, they put together a vital opening partnership of 75 which laid the foundation for a comfortable chase. Babar completed his half-century in 37 balls, which is his third half-century of the season.
From there, it was smooth sailing. He led the team to an easy victory and won by eight wickets with nine balls remaining. This innings was not just about numbers – it was about control, timing and leadership under pressure.
For Babar, who is looking to re-establish himself in Pakistan’s T20 setup, this innings came at the perfect time. It is a reminder of his ability to lead from the front and deliver results when it matters most.
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Babar’s tremendous form continues in PSL 2026
This record-breaking performance is another highlight of an excellent PSL season for Babar Azam. So far, he has scored 301 runs in six matches while maintaining an impressive average of 75.25. His consistency has made him among the top run-scorers in the tournament.
What makes this run even more special is that it comes on the heels of another major milestone. Babar recently became the fastest batsman to reach 12,000 T20 runs by achieving the feat in just 338 innings. By doing so, he left behind legends like Chris Gayle and Kohli, and further cemented his legacy in the format.
Babar’s performance has also played an important role in Zalmi’s strong position in the tournament. The team sit comfortably at the top, his leadership and form having been crucial to their success.
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