Pakistan’s star batsman, Babar Azam, set the cricketing world abuzz with his remarkable performance in the opening match of the Asia Cup 2023 against Nepal.
Babar Azam’s sensational batting
Babar Azam’s century, comprising an exceptional 151 runs, not only secured Pakistan’s strong position but also etched his name in the record books by surpassing Hashim Amla’s feat.
🌟 𝐂 𝐋 𝐀 𝐒 𝐒 🌟@babarazam258 notches up his second score of 1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ in ODIs 👏#PAKvNEP | #AsiaCup2023 pic.twitter.com/vGIP7bhcdp
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) August 30, 2023
Displaying his impeccable skills, the Pakistani skipper achieved his 19th century in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), including a staggering 10 boundaries. This achievement marked his second 150-plus score in his ODI career. Notably, Babar Azam’s achievement breaks the previous record held by Hashim Amla, who achieved 19 centuries in 104 innings.
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What’s more, Babar Azam’s century in this match was his 18th century in just 97 innings, making him the first cricketer to accomplish this remarkable feat in fewer than 100 innings. This accomplishment underlines his status as one of the game’s contemporary batting greats, cementing his legacy as a record-breaking run-scorer.
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