Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam is on the verge of breaking a major T20 record during the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 15. Playing for Sydney Sixers in his debut season, Babar is closing in on surpassing West Indies legend Chris Gayle in career 50-plus scores.
The right-handed batsman had a slow start, scoring only 11 runs in his first two BBL appearances. However, he regained form in the high-profile Sydney derby against Thunder, delivering a composed and impactful innings.
Babar Azam brought up his first BBL half-century off 38 balls, eventually scoring 58 from 42 deliveries. His knock included five fours and two sixes and came during a crucial phase of the match. This half-century marked Babar’s 107th score of 50 or more in T20 cricket, placing him fourth on the all-time list.
Currently, Australia’s David Warner leads with 121 fifty-plus scores, followed by India’s Virat Kohli with 114. Chris Gayle sits third with 110, meaning Babar needs just four more such innings to surpass the West Indies great. With several matches left in the BBL group stage, the record appears within his reach.
Babar’s innings was also instrumental in the Sixers’ victory. He shared a match-winning 140-run partnership for the second wicket with Josh Philippe, helping the team post a competitive total of 198 for five. His performance underlined why Babar Azam is considered one of the finest T20 batsmen in the world.
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Fans and cricket analysts are eagerly watching as Babar Azam continues his impressive run, aiming to etch his name higher in T20 history while contributing to Sydney Sixers’ title hopes. His consistent form and elegant stroke play make him a strong contender to break Gayle’s record soon.
