Lahore: Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has achieved yet another remarkable milestone in his glittering career, becoming the highest run-scorer in T20 International cricket history.

The Pakistan captain surpassed India’s former skipper Rohit Sharma’s long-standing record during the second T20I against South Africa at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.

Before this match, Rohit Sharma held the record with 4,231 runs in 159 T20 Internationals. Babar Azam needed just nine runs to go past the Indian great — a feat he accomplished with ease during his innings against South Africa.

With that, Babar now sits atop the list of all-time T20I run-scorers, a testament to his consistency, class, and dominance in the shortest format of the game.

A Journey of Consistency and Elegance

Since making his T20I debut in 2016, Babar Azam has been a model of consistency for Pakistan. Renowned for his elegant stroke play and calm temperament under pressure, he has played a pivotal role in many of Pakistan’s victories in recent years.

Known for building his innings steadily before accelerating, Babar’s ability to anchor and finish games has earned him comparisons with the world’s finest batters.

His record-breaking journey includes numerous match-winning knocks, multiple centuries, and a remarkable average that consistently stays among the highest in T20I cricket.

The Record-Breaking Moment

Babar’s landmark came in front of a packed Lahore crowd that erupted in celebration as he crossed Rohit Sharma’s tally. Fans inside the stadium displayed banners and flags to honor the 30-year-old’s achievement, while social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages from around the world.

Cricket analysts have hailed Babar’s accomplishment as a defining moment for modern-day cricket, underscoring the dominance of Asian batters in international T20s.

Reactions from the Cricket World

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) posted a celebratory message on X (formerly Twitter):

“Another milestone for our captain! Babar Azam becomes the highest run-scorer in T20 Internationals. Pakistan is proud of you, skipper!”

Former players and commentators also lauded Babar’s feat, with many describing it as a “testament to skill, discipline, and hard work.”