Babar Azam made his ODI debut in 2015 against Zimbabwe in Lahore, quickly establishing himself as a key player in the Pakistan ODI team with consistent performances.
Today, Babar is considered one of Pakistan’s finest batsmen in this format. He holds the record for being the fastest player to score 6,000 ODI runs. He is the 11th Pakistani batsman to reach this milestone and boasts the highest average among these 11 players.
Top Five Highest Scores by Babar Azam in ODI Cricket
5. 123 vs West Indies, 2016, Sharjah
Batting at No. 3, Babar Azam scored an exceptional 123 against West Indies at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in 2016. Pakistan posted a daunting total of 337/5, thanks to Babar’s brilliant knock of 123 runs off 126 balls, which included nine fours and one six. Pakistan won the match by 59 runs.
4. 125 vs Zimbabwe, 2020, Rawalpindi
Babar Azam’s 125 against Zimbabwe in Rawalpindi in 2020 was a masterclass in composure. Chasing a challenging target of 279, Babar led the charge, scoring 125 off 125 balls, with 13 fours and one six. Despite his brilliance, the match ended in a tie after 50 overs, and Zimbabwe won in the Super Over.
3. 125 vs West Indies, 2017, Providence*
Babar’s unbeaten 125 in Providence against West Indies in 2017 remains one of his most memorable ODI innings. His knock, which included seven fours and three sixes, helped Pakistan post a competitive total of 282 runs. Supported by Mohammed Hafeez and Imad Wasim, Pakistan won the game by 74 runs.
2. 151 vs Nepal, 2023, Multan
In the 2023 Asia Cup, Babar Azam played a stellar innings of 151 runs against Nepal in Multan. His knock, off 131 balls, included 14 fours and four sixes. Alongside Iftikhar Ahmed, Babar added 214 runs for the fifth wicket. Pakistan posted a massive total of 342 and won the match by 238 runs.
1. 158 vs England, 2021, Birmingham
Babar Azam’s highest ODI score came in 2021 when he scored 158 against England in Birmingham. His knock of 158 runs off 139 balls, featuring 14 fours and four sixes, was the backbone of Pakistan’s total of 331/9. Despite his remarkable innings, Pakistan lost the match by three wickets.