Babar Azam achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 33rd half-century in One Day Internationals (ODIs) during the second ODI against South Africa on December 19, 2024. This innings marked his first fifty in ODIs in 411 days, ending a lengthy drought since his last half-century.
Key Highlights of Babar’s Performance
. Runs scored: Babar scored 73 runs of 95 balls, featuring 7 fours.
. Partnerships: He formed a crucial partnership with Saim Ayub, adding 48 runs before Ayub’s dismissal, and later collaborated with Mohammad Rizwan for a 115 run-stand.
. Career statistics: With this innings, Babar has accumulated 5,905 runs in ODIs at an impressive average of 56.77, which includes 33 fifties and 19 centuries.
. Against South Africa: In 13 ODIs against South Africa, he has scored a total of 669 runs at an average of 60.81, including five fifties and one century.
Babar’s performance was crucial for Pakistan as they set a competitive target against South Africa in Cape Town, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure and reaffirming his status as one of the leading batsmen in international cricket.
