Pakistan’s cricket sensation, Babar Azam, achieved yet another milestone on Friday during the final of the Tri-Nation Series against New Zealand at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. The star batter became the 11th Pakistani cricketer to surpass the 6,000-run mark in One Day Internationals (ODIs), joining an elite club of legends.
Fastest to 6,000 ODI Runs
Babar’s extraordinary consistency and dominance in the format were further highlighted as he equaled Hashim Amla’s record for being the joint-fastest player to reach 6,000 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in just 123 innings.
Fastest to 6,000 ODI Runs:
- Babar Azam (Pakistan): 123 innings
- Hashim Amla (South Africa): 123 innings
- Virat Kohli (India): 136 innings
- Kane Williamson (New Zealand): 139 innings
- David Warner (Australia): 139 innings
This accomplishment adds to Babar’s illustrious career, where he also holds the record for being the fastest player to 5,000 ODI runs, reaching the mark in just 97 innings.
Babar Azam’s ODI Achievements
At just 30 years old, Babar has amassed 34 half-centuries and 19 centuries, showcasing unparalleled consistency in his career.
He is now just one century away from equaling Saeed Anwar’s record for the most ODI centuries by a Pakistani batter.
Most ODI Centuries for Pakistan:
- Saeed Anwar: 20 centuries
- Babar Azam: 19 centuries
- Mohammad Yousuf: 15 centuries
- Fakhar Zaman: 11 centuries
- Mohammad Hafeez: 11 centuries
Pakistani Legends with Over 6,000 ODI Runs
Babar Azam now stands alongside Pakistan’s greatest ODI players. The list is led by Inzamam-ul-Haq, with an astounding 11,701 runs, followed by Mohammad Yousuf (9,554 runs) and Saeed Anwar (8,824 runs).
Continuing to Break Records
Earlier in 2024, Babar overtook Virat Kohli to become the second-highest run-scorer in T20 Internationals, solidifying his place among the modern greats of cricket.
As Babar Azam continues to rewrite history, his achievements serve as a testament to his skill, determination, and leadership. Pakistan’s cricket fans eagerly await his next century, which will place him at the pinnacle of ODI batting records for the country.
