Star batter Babar Azam broke an unwanted record during Pakistan’s first match of the home T20I tri-series against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.
The match, held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, saw Babar Azam dismissed for a three-ball duck, failing to contribute to the team’s score. This marked the 31-year-old captain’s ninth duck in T20Is, surpassing former captain Shahid Afridi’s total of eight.
With this, Babar Azam now ranks higher on the list of Pakistan batters with most ducks in T20Is. The list is jointly led by Saim Ayub and Umar Akmal, who each have ten ducks in fewer matches than Babar.
Here’s the current list of most T20I ducks for Pakistan:
- Umar Akmal – 10 ducks in 84 matches
- Saim Ayub – 10 ducks in 52* matches
- Babar Azam – 9 ducks in 132* matches
- Shahid Afridi – 8 ducks in 98 matches
- Kamran Akmal – 7 ducks in 58 matches
- Mohammad Hafeez – 7 ducks in 119 matches
Despite the setback, analysts stress that Babar Azam remains Pakistan’s key batter and consistent performer in international cricket. His overall record and contributions in other matches continue to make him one of the most reliable players in the squad.
Fans and cricket experts noted that while ducks are part of the game, Babar Azam’s overall statistics and leadership skills outweigh this minor setback. The tri-series is ongoing, and Pakistan will rely on his experience and skill in the remaining matches.
This match serves as a reminder of cricket’s unpredictability, but Babar Azam’s ability to bounce back has been demonstrated throughout his career. Fans expect him to regain form in the next games of the tri-series against Zimbabwe.
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