Babar Azam Born October 15, 1994 in Lahore, Punjab, has grown to become the top-or-handled handman in Pakistan and a modern cricket to grow. He debuted in ODI in 2015, followed by his test and T20 debut in 2016, increased rapidly to become the backbone of Pakistan’s batting position. Babar has several records, including the fastest Pakistani to reach the 1000 ODI race, first to score three Next Odi hundred and the most race scorer for Pakistan in a single World Cup (2019). He has secured the 5 best ICC flags in all formats continuously and was named the ICC Male Odi Cricketer of the Year in 2021 and 2022. As captain, he took Pakistan to the final of the T20 World Championship in 2022 and registered a historic victory over India in the 2021. Known for its elegance and a queue of 2021. Model for hopeful players.
The Journey Begins
Babar Azam was born October 15, 1994 in a family in Lahore where cricket was not just a game – it was a legacy. Cousins Kamran Akmal and Umar Akmal were already shining on the international stage, Babur was surrounded by the sports spirit. Inspired by his success, he developed a deep passion for cricket from an early age. His journey began as a ball boy during Pakistan’s domestic series in Lahore, where his dream was closed from seeing national heroes. The game was determined to pursue seriously, he joined a local cricket academy and dedicated himself to mastering the game – choosing the basis for one of the most famous cricket careers in Pakistan.
Domestic and below -19 career
Babar represented Pakistan in the two ICC under 19 World Cup (2010 and 2012), and has been captain since 2012. His technical elegance and nature were also outside at junior level. After his U19 period, he dominated the domestic cricket and made his way to the national side with an eye-catching performance.
International career highlights
Odi -Career
Babar Azam went on the international stage in May 2015, made his ODI against Zimbabwe and began what would be a remarkable career. Babar Azam announced its arrival in style during the 2016 series against the West Indies and hammered three back-to-backs that only became a third Pakistani to do so. He reached the 1000 ODI race compared to most batsman in history and remained a pillar of Pakistan’s top order.
Test career
He started taking tests in October 2016. Although he had a stable start, Babars’s actual exam success came around 2018-2019, where he scored runs towards the top pages continuously. He has become a reliable middle -word anchor since then and has even played an important game in challenging foreign conditions.
T20 career
At the T20 internationally, Babar has been one of the top -specific bats globally, who often compete with players such as Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav on the number 1 side. He is known for his time and technology rather than cruel power, and brings classic cricketing shots into the smallest format.
Captain
Babar Azam was appointed captain of the Pakistan T20 side in 2019, later also became ODI and test caps. Under his leadership, the World Cup in Pakistan T20 reached the semi -finals in 2021 and in the final of the T20 World Cup 2022, showed strong performance against Top Cricketing country. While his captain’s cabinet has received both praise and criticism, his calm behavior, focus on fitness and commitment to team unity earned him respect all over the world.
Achievements and records
- Pakistan’s fastest for 1000 races in T20i Cricket for Pakistan
- Only Pakistani scored for centuries in 3 Odi matches in a row
- All formats were ranked among the 3 best batsmen in the ICC ranking
- First Pakistani Batsman who scores 500+ races in a single world edition (2019)
- Set the scale with the highest number of ODI races in a calendar year of any Pakistani batter.
- Constant among the top running score in psl
- ICC Men’s Odi Cricketer of the Year (2021 and 2022)
Style of play
Babar Azam is famous for its beautiful batting style, especially the cover, for excellent balance and sharp foot work at the curl. Often compared to Virat Kohli for its technology and stability, Babar’s Batting combines the classic style of modern efficiency. He is not just a gatherer but can move equipment when needed, especially in the T20.
Off the Field
Babar is known for its humble personality and professionalism. He avoids controversy and is praised by fans for his discipline, fitness and leadership skills. He has major brands in Pakistan and is one of the most marketing crickets from the country.
Recent form (as of 2025)
In mid -2025, Babar is still the most important race scorer of Pakistan in the formats. Although he recently withdrew from captain duties in some formats, his form of batting remained strong, making him an important property when Pakistan is doing the upcoming ICC events.
Legacy and impact
Babar Azam is considered one of the best batsman that Pakistan has produced in modern times. He is ready to end his career not only in Pakistani cricket, but also globally, among the big people of all time. Grace under his stability, leadership and pressure has made him a national icon and a role model for young cricketers around the world.
