Pakistani cricket star Babar Azam has set a new T20 milestone by becoming the fastest player to reach 12,000 runs. This achievement matters as it breaks the record previously held by West Indies legend Chris Gayle. Babar reached this landmark while playing for Peshawar Zalmi against Karachi Kings in PSL 11.
Babar completed the feat in 338 innings, surpassing Gayle who had scored 12,000 runs in 343 innings. This performance places Babar ahead of cricket icons Virat Kohli and David Warner, who reached the same milestone in 360 and 368 innings respectively. His aggressive batting style continues to impress T20 fans worldwide.
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This record also makes Babar only the second Pakistani player to reach 12,000 T20 runs. Former star Shoaib Malik previously achieved this milestone, scoring a total of 13,571 runs in his career. Babar’s achievement adds a new chapter to Pakistan’s cricketing history.
Fastest to 12,000 T20 runs✅
Only second Pakistan batter to this milestone✅
Babar Azam’s class and consistency continue to rewrite record books 👑#HBLPSL | #NewEra | #KKvPZ pic.twitter.com/pp1zaY9TjO
— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) April 9, 2026
Cricket analysts highlight Babar’s consistency and ability to perform under pressure. His innings have often set the tone for Pakistan’s domestic and international victories. Fans across Pakistan and globally celebrated this historic moment on social media.
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Additionally, this record cements Babar’s status among the world’s T20 legends. His performance continues to inspire young cricketers aiming for excellence. The star batsman now eyes further milestones in his growing career.