Biography
Babar Azam is a world-class Pakistani cricketer known for his elegant strokeplay and consistent performances across all formats. Born on October 15, 1994, in Lahore, Babar rose through the ranks to become Pakistan’s all-format captain and batting mainstay. He holds records as one of the fastest to multiple ODI milestones and is frequently ranked among the top batsmen globally. With a calm demeanor and classical technique, Babar has drawn comparisons to greats like Virat Kohli and Joe Root. He symbolizes the revival of Pakistan’s batting excellence in the modern era.
Career Highlights
ODI Breakthrough vs West Indies
Scored three consecutive ODI centuries against West Indies, announcing himself as a future star.
World Cup Star
Scored 474 runs in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 – the most by a Pakistani in a single edition.
Appointed Pakistan White-Ball Captain
Took over the captaincy in ODIs and T20Is, later becoming all-format captain in 2021.
ICC ODI Cricketer of the Year
Won the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year award for two consecutive years (2021, 2022).
Fastest to 5,000 ODI Runs
Became the fastest batter (in terms of innings) to reach 5,000 ODI runs, breaking Hashim Amla’s record.
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Elegance in every stroke – Babar Azam’s class knows no bounds.
Consistency meets composure – Babar anchoring Pakistan’s hopes.
Batting brilliance – Babar Azam lighting up the scoreboard again.
Leading with grace – Babar Azam, the calm commander.
Pure timing, pure talent – Babar’s cover drive is poetry in motion.
From Lahore to legends – Babar Azam's journey of excellence.