Archive · 2 Feb 2026
Babar Azam Breaks Kohli's T20I Record
Babar Azam, a cricket player from Pakistan, made history by scoring the most half-centuries (50 runs or more in an innings) in T20 International matches.
He broke the previous record held by Indian player Virat Kohli.
Babar achieved this during a match against Australia, where he scored an unbeaten 50 runs off 36 balls.
Pakistan won the match by 111 runs and the series 3-0.
Other players like Saim Ayub and Shadab Khan also performed well in the match.
This record is significant because it highlights Babar's consistency and skill in T20 cricket, a format known for its fast-paced and exciting nature.
Babar Azam became the first player to score 39 half-centuries in T20 Internationals, breaking Virat Kohli's record of 38.
He achieved this milestone during the 3rd T20I against Australia, scoring an unbeaten 50 off 36 balls.
Pakistan won the match by 111 runs and swept the series 3-0 against Australia.
Other key contributors in the match included Saim Ayub, who scored 56 off 37 balls, and Shadab Khan, who scored 46 off 19 balls.
Mohammad Nawaz took a career-best 5 for 18, helping Pakistan bowl Australia out for 96.
- Who
- Babar Azam, Pakistan cricket team
- What
- Broke Virat Kohli's record for most T20I half-centuries
- When
- February 2, 2026
- Where
- During the 3rd T20I against Australia
- Why
- Scored his 39th T20I half-century, surpassing Kohli's 38
- Player
- Babar Azam
- Record Broken
- Most T20I half-centuries
- Record Details
- 39 half-centuries in 139 innings
- Previous Record Holder
- Virat Kohli (38 in 125 innings)
- Match Context
- 3rd T20I against Australia, Pakistan won by 111 runs
- Babar's Score
- Unbeaten 36-ball 50
- Series Result
- Pakistan swept Australia 3-0
- Other Key Players
- Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz