Babar Azam Sets Unwanted World Record as Peshawar Zalmi Captain in PSL 2025
Pakistan’s cricket maestro, Babar Azam, has etched his name into the Pakistan Super League (PSL) history books—but not in the way he’d have hoped. During a high-stakes clash against Islamabad United, Babar was run out for a duck, marking his eighth run-out in PSL history—the most by any player in the league.
This unfortunate milestone came at a crucial juncture, as Peshawar Zalmi was chasing a formidable target of 197 runs. Babar’s early dismissal in the very first over, courtesy of a sharp fielding effort by Alex Hales, triggered a top-order collapse. Zalmi lost five wickets during the powerplay, ultimately succumbing to a defeat that dented their playoff aspirations.
Despite this setback, Babar’s individual performance in the season has been nothing short of stellar. He emerged as the tournament’s highest run-scorer, amassing 330 runs, including a scintillating unbeaten century against the same opponents earlier in the season.
However, the shadow of this unwanted record looms large, raising questions about his running between the wickets and decision-making under pressure. As Peshawar Zalmi looks ahead, the team management faces the challenge of addressing these issues while capitalizing on Babar’s undeniable batting prowess.
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