Pakistan has established itself as one of the most successful teams in international cricket, with a rich legacy that includes triumphs in both the ICC ODI World Cup and the ICC T20 World Cup.
Over the years, Pakistan has been home to some of the most prolific run-scorers in cricket history. Their batters have played a pivotal role in setting imposing totals and securing victories in diverse conditions, both at home and abroad. In the modern era, several Pakistani batsmen continue to uphold this proud tradition. A select few have etched their names among the all-time greats by surpassing the coveted milestone of 10,000 runs at the highest level, further solidifying Pakistan’s rich batting heritage.
5. Babar Azam – 14,029 Runs
Babar Azam, often hailed as one of the finest modern-day batsmen, has been the cornerstone of Pakistan’s batting lineup since his debut. In 303 matches, Babar has accumulated 14,029 international runs at an impressive average of 46.91, including 31 centuries. His ability to rotate the strike and anchor innings has been instrumental in Pakistan’s successes in recent years. His run tally includes 3,997 runs in Test cricket, 5,809 in ODIs, and 4,223 in T20Is. Babar has also claimed the top spot in ICC rankings for both ODIs and T20Is during his illustrious career.
4. Javed Miandad – 16,213 Runs
Renowned as one of Pakistan’s grittiest batsmen, Javed Miandad scored 16,213 international runs at a stellar average of 47. Known for his resilience rather than technical prowess, Miandad’s contributions were crucial to Pakistan’s cricketing achievements. He amassed 8,832 Test runs and 7,381 ODI runs, including 31 centuries. A key player in Pakistan’s 1992 ODI World Cup triumph, his career-best knock of 280* came against India in a Test match in Hyderabad in 1983.
3. Mohammad Yousuf – 17,134 Runs
Mohammad Yousuf, formerly Yousuf Youhana, ranks as Pakistan’s third-highest international run-scorer. Over 426 innings, he amassed 17,134 runs at an average of 45.81, with 39 centuries and 95 half-centuries. His tally includes 7,530 runs in Tests and 9,720 in ODIs. Yousuf’s career-best innings of 223 came against England in Lahore in 2005, cementing his reputation as one of Pakistan’s batting greats.
2. Younis Khan – 17,790 Runs
Younis Khan, a former Pakistan captain, is celebrated as one of the finest middle-order batsmen in Asia. Over his career, he scored 17,790 international runs, including 10,099 in Tests and 7,249 in ODIs, with a combined batting average of 39.88. Younis notched 41 international centuries, showcasing his consistency across formats. His standout innings came in 2009 against Sri Lanka in Karachi, where his monumental 313 saved the match for Pakistan.
1. Inzamam-ul-Haq – 20,541 Runs
Inzamam-ul-Haq stands as Pakistan’s all-time leading run-scorer in international cricket, with a staggering 20,541 runs in 495 matches at an average of 43.51. Known for his calm demeanor and match-winning abilities, Inzamam registered 35 centuries and 129 half-centuries during his illustrious career. His run tally includes 8,830 Test runs and 11,739 in ODIs. His career-best knock of 329 against New Zealand in Lahore in 2002 remains one of the most memorable innings in Pakistan’s cricket history.