Sahibzada Farhan equals record held by Babar, Rizwan, and Shan Masood

Pakistan’s opening batter Sahibzada Farhan has achieved another big milestone in his cricket career, proving once again that he is in top form with the bat. His consistent performances throughout the year have now placed him among an elite group of Pakistani cricketers who have scored more than 1,500 runs in a single calendar year.

In his most recent match, Farhan scored a quick 24 runs off just 15 balls, and with that effort, he entered a record book that already includes some of Pakistan’s biggest names—Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shan Masood. By doing this, he became only the fourth Pakistani batter to ever reach this landmark.

Farhan completed this achievement in his 35th innings of 2025, which shows how quickly he has been scoring runs compared to many others. It is not an easy record to achieve, and only players with great consistency and focus have managed it before him.

When we look back at the history of this record, we see how dominant Pakistan’s top batters have been in recent years. Babar Azam has crossed the 1,500-run mark three times already—2019, 2021, and 2024—making him one of the most reliable run-scorers in the world. Mohammad Rizwan achieved this special feat in 2021 and 2022, back-to-back years, proving his incredible consistency as an opener. Shan Masood also joined the list once in 2022, showing his ability to perform at the highest level. Now, with Farhan’s name added, this record is becoming a mark of excellence for Pakistan’s batting strength.

What makes Farhan’s achievement even more impressive is the variety of platforms where he has been scoring runs. His total in 2025 has come not just from international cricket, but also from his performances in domestic and franchise competitions. He has been a key player for Pakistan at the international level, Peshawar Region in domestic matches, and Islamabad United in franchise leagues. No matter which team he represents, he has shown the same hunger for runs and the same fighting spirit.

The 29-year-old opener has also caught the attention of fans not only with his runs but also with his style. In Pakistan’s high-voltage clash against India on Sunday, Farhan reached his half-century in grand fashion by smashing a six off Indian spinner Axar Patel. His celebration after the shot quickly became a talking point. He pretended his bat was “firing bullets of runs,” a bold and confident gesture that immediately went viral on social media. Fans loved the energy and confidence he brought to the field, and the moment added to the excitement of the match.

With his latest record, Sahibzada Farhan has shown that he is no longer just a rising star—he is now becoming a dependable and match-winning player for Pakistan. His name is being mentioned alongside some of the country’s best modern-day cricketers, and his journey in 2025 proves that he has the potential to continue delivering big performances for many years to come.

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