RAWALPINDI (Sada-e-Sach) Pakistan\u2019s star batter Babar Azam has added another significant achievement to his illustrious cricket career, drawing level with former national captain Misbah-ul-Haq in a remarkable batting record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Babar reached the milestone during the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, scoring a fluent 50 off just 58 deliveries, including seven boundaries. The innings took his tally of fifty-plus scores as Pakistan captain across Test, One-Day International and T20 International cricket to 70.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With this achievement, Babar has joined Misbah-ul-Haq at the top of the list of Pakistani captains with the most fifty-plus international scores across all formats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What makes the achievement particularly noteworthy is the number of innings taken by the two players. Babar has accumulated his 70 fifty-plus scores in 164 innings across 153 matches as captain, whereas Misbah achieved the same landmark in 189 innings during 151 matches in charge of Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The record reflects the remarkable contributions of some of Pakistan\u2019s most celebrated cricket leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the available statistics, Inzamam-ul-Haq occupies third place with 42 fifty-plus scores, followed by former captain and World Cup-winning leader Imran Khan with 38. Legendary batter Javed Miandad stands fifth with 34 such scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Babar\u2019s latest achievement places him alongside some of the most influential names in Pakistan cricket, highlighting his consistency as a batter during his leadership tenure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Born in Lahore, Babar Azam entered international cricket in 2015 and quickly established himself as one of Pakistan\u2019s most dependable batters. His elegant stroke play, technical discipline and consistency across formats helped him earn recognition among the leading batters in world cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His performances eventually paved the way for leadership responsibilities, with Babar taking charge of the national side in all three formats at different stages of his career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His journey as captain, however, has not been without challenges. Alongside memorable performances and achievements, he has also faced criticism and periods of intense pressure. Nevertheless, his individual batting records have continued to underline his importance to Pakistan cricket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the longest format, Babar has so far scored nine Test centuries. His highest individual score remains 196, which came against Australia in the Karachi Test in March 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That innings remains one of the finest performances of his Test career, as he produced a memorable display of determination and batting skill against a formidable Australian attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Misbah-ul-Haq, meanwhile, remains one of Pakistan\u2019s most respected former captains. Known for his composure, discipline and ability to perform under pressure, he played a significant role in guiding Pakistan through challenging periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During his Test career, Misbah scored 10 centuries and 39 half-centuries. His highest Test score was an unbeaten 161 against Australia in Abu Dhabi in 2014.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The comparison between Babar and Misbah represents two different generations of Pakistan cricket. While Misbah earned recognition for his calm leadership and dependable batting, Babar has built his reputation through consistency, elegant stroke-making and performances across all three international formats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By equalling Misbah\u2019s tally of 70 fifty-plus scores, Babar has once again strengthened his position among Pakistan\u2019s most accomplished cricket captains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The next milestone is now within reach: moving past Misbah to become Pakistan\u2019s outright record-holder in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For Babar, the Rawalpindi half-century was therefore more than just another contribution with the bat. It was another landmark in a career that continues to add new chapters to Pakistan cricket history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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