Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan cemented their place in T20I history during Pakistan’s recent series win against Ireland. The prolific pair achieved a series of batting milestones, solidifying their reputation as one of the world’s first pair to score 10 century partnerships in T20Is.
Babar’s individual brilliance shone throughout the series. He etched his name in the record books by becoming the first Pakistani batsman to smash a staggering 25 runs in a single over. This feat showcased his aggressive batting style and ability to dominate bowlers. Furthermore, he surpassed the legendary Virat Kohli to hold the record for most scores of 50+ runs in T20 internationals.
Babar’s exceptional form continued in the final match, where he struck a match-defining 75 runs. But the true magic unfolded when he partnered with Mohammad Rizwan. Together, they established a new benchmark for partnerships in T20Is, amassing a remarkable 139 runs against Ireland. This feat marked their 1st pair to score 10 century partnerships in T20Is, a historic achievement for the duo and Pakistan cricket.
Their dominance extended beyond individual centuries. Babar and Rizwan became the first pair to score 10 century partnerships in T20Is and surpassed the 3,000-run mark in partnership runs. Babar, with his 17th century partnership, further solidified his position as a modern-day T20 batting maestro. Rizwan, with 13 century partnerships alongside Babar, has become an indispensable partner in their record-breaking run.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan’s phenomenal T20I series against Ireland is a testament to their exceptional batting talent and teamwork. Their ability to consistently forge century partnerships has redefined batting strategies and set a new standard for the format.
