Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam is on the verge of breaking multiple records set by Javed Miandad. As Pakistan faces Bangladesh in their final ICC Champions Trophy group-stage match, Babar has a chance to create history.
- Babar Azam is Pakistan’s third-highest run-scorer in ICC ODI events.
- He is close to surpassing Javed Miandad in multiple batting records.
- Pakistan has already been eliminated from the Champions Trophy.
Babar Azam’s Chance To Make History
Babar Azam has been a key player for Pakistan in ICC ODI events. With 1014 runs in 24 innings at an average of 50.70, he stands as Pakistan’s third-highest scorer in major tournaments. Javed Miandad holds the second spot with 1083 runs. If Babar scores 70 runs against Bangladesh, he will surpass Miandad. Saeed Anwar remains at the top of this list.
Most Fifties In ICC ODI Events
Currently, Babar has 8 half-centuries in ICC ODI events, equaling Javed Miandad. Misbah-ul-Haq holds the record with 9 fifties. A fifty against Bangladesh would make Babar the joint-highest with Misbah.
Most 50+ Scores For Pakistan In ICC ODI Events
Saeed Anwar leads with 9 fifty-plus scores, including 5 centuries and 4 fifties. Babar and Miandad are tied with 1 century and 8 fifties each. If Babar scores another fifty, he will become the first Pakistani batter to achieve 10 fifty-plus scores in ICC ODI tournaments.
Babar Azam’s ICC ODI Stats
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | 0s | 4s | 6s | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128 | 125 | 15 | 6,106 | 158 | 55.50 | 6,945 | 87.91 | 19 | 35 | 4 | 565 | 63 | 52 |
Babar’s Impact On Pakistan Cricket
Babar Azam has been a consistent performer in Pakistan’s batting lineup. His elegant style and ability to handle pressure make him a key player. With Pakistan out of the ICC Champions Trophy, this match gives him a final opportunity to make history.
Records Babar Can Break Against Bangladesh
- Surpass Javed Miandad in total ICC ODI runs.
- Equal Misbah-ul-Haq for most fifties in ICC ODI events.
- Achieve the most 50+ scores for Pakistan in ICC ODI events.
Pakistan’s cricket fans will be eagerly watching as Babar Azam looks to create history in the upcoming match against Bangladesh.
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