Babar Azam has made history by equaling Kamran Akmal’s record of scoring three centuries in the Pakistan Super League, a feat that stands as the highest in the league. This milestone was achieved when he scored a century against the Quetta Gladiators on April 19 in Karachi. Babar reached the 100th run of Jahandad Khan with a quick two runs, showcasing his aggressive batting style.
Babar Azam, representing Peshawar Zalmi, delivered an impressive innings that included 6 boundaries and four sixes. His strike rate during this match was an impressive 192.30. With this achievement, he matched Kamran Akmal’s record of having the most centuries in the PSL.
Kamran Akmal, who played 75 matches, accumulated 1972 runs, including 3 centuries. In contrast, Babar Azam, in his 107th match, has scored 4193 runs, which includes three centuries. This highlights his consistency and ability to perform under pressure.
Most Centuries in PSL
Here is a breakdown of the top batters with the most centuries in the PSL:
| Batter | Country | Team(s) played for | Matches | Runs | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | Pakistan | Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Peshawar Zalmi | 107 | 4193 | 3 |
| Kamran Akmal | Pakistan | Peshawar Zalmi | 75 | 1972 | 3 |
| Rilee Rossouw | South Africa | Multan Sultans, Quetta Gladiators | 102 | 2452 | 3 |
| Usman Khan | Pakistan | Hyderabad Kingsmen, Multan Sultans, Quetta Gladiators | 32 | 1036 | 3 |
| Fakhar Zaman | Pakistan | Lahore Qalandars | 102 | 3143 | 2 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | Pakistan | Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans, Rawalpindiz | 100 | 2877 | 2 |
| Jason Roy | England | Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Quetta Gladiators | 40 | 1315 | 2 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Pakistan | Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Multan Sultans | 40 | 1155 | 2 |
| Sharjeel Khan | Pakistan | Hyderabad Kingsmen, Islamabad United, Karachi Kings | 51 | 1180 | 2 |
Most Centuries in T20
Babar Azam’s century against the Gladiators marked his 12th century in his T20 career. This places him just behind Chris Gayle, who holds the record with 22 centuries in the format.
| Player | Centuries |
|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 22 |
| Babar Azam | 12 |
| David Warner | 10 |
| Quinton de Kock | 9 |
| Virat Kohli | 9 |
| Rilee Rossouw | 9 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 9 |
Babar Azam’s performance continues to solidify his status as one of the leading batsmen in T20 cricket. His ability to consistently deliver under pressure has earned him recognition not only in the PSL but also on the international stage. As he continues to build on his achievements, fans can expect more exciting performances from the Pakistan captain.
