The dominant hundred, the one-sided qualifier, and the night of record breaking – it was all delivered by Babar Azam in the Pakistan Super League on April 29, 2026. Playing in Karachi, he ensured that Peshawar Zalmi made it to the final through an impressive victory over Islamabad United. Scoring 103 from 59 deliveries, Babar ensured that the team reached 221/7 before Islamabad United got bundled out for 151. The scorecard came in what is proving to be a great run in the PSL for Babar, who has managed to make 588 runs overall in the season, showing a clear return to form after a lean patch in T20 World Cup 2026.
After the game, Babar shared some details regarding his batting form, he said, “I’m starting to feel like I’m getting back to my best. I’m trying to keep things simple, trust my skills, and play according to the situation-what the pitch demands, how to handle different bowlers, and when to attack.”
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What made the innings more special were the circumstances surrounding it. This was the second time he had scored a hundred in four games and did so while facing intense pressure in a knockout match. The hundred became the centrepiece of a performance that sealed a 70-run win and a spot in the final.
Babar Equals Virat Kohli, Abhishek Sharma’ s Record
Babar has now tied a unique T20s record with Virat Kohli and Abhishek Sharma, who all have recorded eight T20 centuries in one country – Virat Kohli and Abhishek in India and Babar in Pakistan. It shows consistency under favorable circumstances.
Moreover, Babar has achieved another feat. This has been Babar’s ninth T20 century while captaining the team, which is a unique achievement, as no other captain has achieved more than him. Furthermore, in PSL history, Babar now holds the joint record of recording four centuries.
Babar’s Post-Match Conference
In the press conference, Babar made it clear that clarity was important when approaching the game. He emphasized the need for powerplay, stating that getting off to a good start provides room to breathe later on. He also appreciated his team members’ efforts in pressurizing the opponents and building partnerships at key moments.
Babar was all-praise for his batting-partner Mohammad Harris, about whom he said, “When you get a good start in the first six overs, it gives you a cushion to play your natural game and maintain the run rate. The way Haris plays and puts pressure on the opposition helps.”
