Twitter Reactions: Babar Azam becomes the first player to score 4000 runs in PSL history
Babar Azam becomes the first player to score 4000 runs in PSL history, achieving the milestone in 2026 and strengthening his legacy as the league’s top run-scorer.
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Babar Azam achieved another milestone in his career when he became the first player to reach 4000 runs in the Pakistan Super League. The Peshawar Zalmi captain achieved this historic milestone during the PSL 2026 clash against Lahore Qalandars in Karachi, further solidifying his status as the league’s most consistent batter.
The landmark moment sparked massive reactions across social media, with fans and experts praising Babar’s consistency, class, and longevity in the tournament. The right-hander has maintained his powerful playing presence since the PSL started, competing with multiple teams including Islamabad United and Karachi Kings and his current team Peshawar Zalmi.
Babar Azam’s dominance in PSL history
Babar reached the milestone in just over 100 innings while maintaining his exceptional batting average and his T20 cricket batting reliability. The way he builds innings while scoring runs at a steady rate makes him the essential player for every team he has played for in the league.
Top run-scorers in PSL history
| Player | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 104* | 4004 | 45.50 | 127.92 | 37 | 2 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 100* | 3018 | 30.79 | 141.82 | 24 | 2 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 98 | 2853 | 40.75 | 128.80 | 21 | 2 |
| Rilee Rossouw | 99 | 2366 | 31.54 | 144.70 | 11 | 3 |
| Shoaib Malik | 93 | 2350 | 33.09 | 127.78 | 15 | 0 |
The distance between Babar and all other players shows his complete control over PSL history. His ability to perform consistently across different seasons has established him as the standard for batting perfection in the league.
Social media erupts after historic milestone
Soon after Babar Azam scored his 4000th run for the match, fans started posting their admiration for him on social media platforms. The majority of people who watched him play cricket considered him to be the "King of PSL," while others confirmed his ability to perform well in all cricket formats.
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