Top T20 Run-Scorers: Sahibzada Farhan Joins Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan in Elite Club

In a remarkable display of form and consistency, Sahibzada Farhan has solidified his place as a top-tier batter and entered the elite echelons of T20 cricket. His career resurgence reached a historic milestone last night when he became only the fourth Pakistani cricketer to score 1,500 T20 runs in a single calendar year. He achieved this during Pakistan’s five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in a crucial Super 4 match of the Asia Cup.

Farhan's innings a quick-fire 24 off just 15 balls may have been brief, but its impact was significant. His aggressive start, including two towering sixes, gave Pakistan momentum in their chase of 134. This crucial contribution helped his team secure victory and cemented his name among legends like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shan Masood.

Dominating T20 Cricket Across All Levels

Farhan’s 2025 journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. He first turned heads in the domestic circuit by dominating the 2024–25 National T20 Cup, where he smashed 588 runs in just six innings a tournament record including three centuries. His form continued to soar in the Pakistan Super League and other high-level competitions, making him one of the most consistent batters of the year.

According to aggregated stats, Farhan has now scored 1,502 runs in 35 innings, maintaining a batting average of 45.51 and an impressive strike rate of 156.62. He has registered six centuries, nine fifties, and a jaw-dropping 90 sixes so far this year proving his ability to not only score big but to do so with sheer dominance and aggression.

What sets Farhan apart is his adaptability. Whether opening the innings or anchoring the middle order, he seamlessly transitions between roles. Analysts highlight his rare combination of aggression and maturity starting innings explosively and finishing them with calm precision. This versatility is something Pakistan’s T20 setup has been seeking to build for the future.

While Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan remain pillars of Pakistan’s T20 history with 4,200+ and 3,400+ T20I runs respectively Farhan's emergence in their presence is significant. He’s not replacing them but adding to a growing legacy of world-class Pakistani batters in the T20 format.

A Sign of the New Era in Pakistan Cricket?

Farhan’s rise also comes at a strategic time for Pakistan cricket. The national selectors have made bold decisions in recent months, including experimenting with fresh talent and hinting at a generational shift. With the Asia Cup and upcoming World Cup cycles in mind, players like Farhan bring much-needed firepower and adaptability to the squad.

If he continues this trajectory, Farhan could be more than just a top performer he might be the face of Pakistan’s T20 future. Entering the elite 1,500-run club is no small feat, especially while competing with established stars. Now, all eyes will be on whether he can sustain this form on the biggest international stages and truly carve out a legacy among Pakistan’s all-time greats.