Pakistani captain Babar Azam has set a new record as the top run-scorer among captains in T20 Internationals.
Babar reached this milestone during his innings of 37 runs against New Zealand on Sunday, surpassing Aaron Finch’s record of 2,236 runs. Finch, the former Australian captain, had set this mark over 76 innings.
In the third T20I, after New Zealand chose to field first, Babar and Saifuddin Ayub opened strongly, combining for a 55-run partnership. Saifuddin contributed a brisk 32 from 22 balls, while Babar, before being dismissed by New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell, scored 37 from 29 deliveries, hitting four boundaries and a six.
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This performance took Babar’s total to 2,246 runs as captain in just 67 innings, edging out Finch’s record with fewer innings. Under his leadership, Babar has demonstrated remarkable consistency and skill, elevating his status in international cricket.
Here’s a look at the highest run-scorers as captains in T20Is:
- Babar Azam (Pakistan): 2,246 runs in 67 innings
- Aaron Finch (Australia): 2,236 runs in 76 innings
- Kane Williamson (New Zealand): 2,125 runs in 71 innings
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Babar’s record-setting achievement highlights his pivotal role in Pakistan’s T20I squad and his prowess as a top-order batsman.
