Babar Azam

Pakistan are ready for India, says Babar Azam

"India-Pakistan will always bring high intensity. We want to give 100% in every match, hope to do that there as well."
31 August 2023, 04:48 AM

Babar and Iftikhar hit tons as Pakistan crush Nepal in Asia Cup

World number one batter Babar Azam and Iftikhar Ahmed scored punishing hundreds as Pakistan annihilated Nepal by 238 runs in the opening game of the Asia Cup in Multan on Wednesday.
30 August 2023, 16:39 PM

Babar and Iftikhar punish Nepal as Pakistan score 342-6

World number one batter Babar Azam and Iftikhar Ahmed scored punishing hundreds as Pakistan reached 342-6 against Nepal in the opening game of the Asia Cup in Multan on Wednesday.
30 August 2023, 14:05 PM

Taskin one of ICC’s six players set to dazzle at Asia Cup 2023

From the remaining five players from respective participants, one more pacer made the cut: pacer Jasprit Bumrah of India. Here is the full list of players to watch:
30 August 2023, 04:39 AM

Babar Azam applauds team's achievement

“Whenever you achieve the No.1 spot, it gives you a lot of joy,” Babar said after the final ODI
27 August 2023, 10:51 AM

Top ODI ranking within sight for Pakistan

That would prove a huge boost for Pakistan on the eve of this year's 50-over showcase, with Babar's side among the favourites to claim a second World Cup title in India this year.
25 August 2023, 11:55 AM

Kohli reveals his admiration for Babar Azam

Kohli conveyed his admiration and recalled his first meeting with Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam in an interaction with Star Sports
13 August 2023, 02:17 AM

Pakistan announce Asia Cup squad

Allrounder Faheem Ashraf has been recalled to a strong Pakistan squad for the three-match series against Afghanistan and subsequent Asia Cup, selectors announced Wednesday.
9 August 2023, 12:37 PM

Pakistan cricketers set for massive salary hike: reports

According to reports, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to provide a significant salary increase to its cricketers through updated central contracts. This development arises amidst ongoing discussions between the PCB and the country’s cricket players regarding their involvement in various T20 Leagues abroad.
5 August 2023, 07:38 AM

Pakistan crush Sri Lanka to clinch series 2-0

Noman returned career-best figures of 7-70 in his 15th Test as Sri Lanka suffered their heaviest Test defeat at home
27 July 2023, 11:12 AM

Babar Azam lauds 'improved' Saud Shakeel

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam said on Thursday his team's latest Test hero Saud Shakeel had stepped up his game and showcased new shots in his match-winning unbeaten 208 against Sri Lanka.
20 July 2023, 18:06 PM

Babar inspires classmates in Harvard, Rizwan gifts Holy Quran to teacher

Pakistan captain Babar Azam and his teammate Mohammad Rizwan's executive education programme on the Business of Entertainment, Media, and Sports, making them the first cricketers to attend the the Harvard Business School.
4 June 2023, 08:41 AM

Babar-Rizwan to join Harvard Business School’s education program

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam and his deputy Mohammad Rizwan are set to become the first cricketers from the country to join Harvard Business School’s executive education program.
28 May 2023, 08:22 AM

Babar ‘embarrassed' yet 'happy’ for making Iftikhar known as ‘Chacha’

Babar Azam revealed of having coined the ‘Chacha’ nickname for Iftikhar Ahmad and the Pakistan captain praised the middle-order batter after his unbeaten 72-ball 95 went in vain during Pakistan’s 47-run loss against New Zealand in fifth and final ODI in Karachi on Sunday.
8 May 2023, 06:18 AM

Pakistan 'in good position' for World Cup, says Babar Azam

The hosts beat a depleted New Zealand 4-1 in the five-match series and on their way briefly reached the top of the one-day rankings for the first time.
8 May 2023, 05:25 AM

‘Babar Azam is no less than Don Bradman’

Technique, temperament, consistency — Babar is now a complete cricketer, which is why former Pakistan batter and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) president Ramiz Raja has drawn comparisons with Don Bradman, the greatest cricketer of all time.
6 May 2023, 04:57 AM

Babar takes Pakistan to top of ODI rankings for first time with win over NZ

Babar Azam scored a superb century Friday to help lift Pakistan to the top of the one-day international rankings for the first time in history after a thumping 102-run victory in the fourth match against New Zealand in Karachi.
6 May 2023, 01:55 AM

Babar becomes fastest to 5,000 ODI runs

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam on Friday became the fastest batter to complete 5,000 one-day international runs during the fourth match against New Zealand in Karachi.
5 May 2023, 13:36 PM

'Babar has the potential to go ahead of everyone'

Khan, a former cricketer who led Pakistan in the World Cup win in 1992, termed Babar as an outstanding batter, while highlighting his impressive batting prowess.
24 April 2023, 06:09 AM

Babar closes in on Sharma with Lahore hundred

The 58-ball ton was Babar's third T20I ton. Notably, he is the only Pakistan batter with more than one hundred in the format. The hundred puts Babar close to the top of the list of batters with most T20I tons
16 April 2023, 03:54 AM