Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting for the clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on June 9 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.
As the anticipation builds, one name stands out for Pakistan – their captain, Babar Azam. Known for his elegant batting and consistent performances, let's take a look at Babar's top knocks against India in T20 internationals.
What is Babar Azam's highest score against India?
Babar's highest score against India came during a T20 World Cup match in Dubai in 2021. Opening the innings, Babar scored an unbeaten 68 off 52 balls. His innings included six boundaries and two sixes, which helped Pakistan secure a convincing ten-wicket victory.
This match is often remembered for Babar's composed and authoritative batting, that set the tone for Pakistan's chase.
How has Babar Azam performed in other innings against India?
Babar Azam's performances against India in T20Is have seen a mix of highs and lows. His unbeaten 68 remains his standout innings, highlighting his ability to perform under pressure. Apart from this innings, he hasn't been able to perform well against India.
| Match Date | Runs | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s | Venue |
| 24 Oct 2021 | 68* | 130.76 | 6 | 2 | Dubai (DICS) |
| 4 Sep 2022 | 14 | 140 | 2 | 0 | Dubai (DICS) |
| 28 Aug 2022 | 10 | 111.11 | 2 | 0 | Dubai (DICS) |
| 23 Oct 2022 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | Melbourne |
10 at Dubai (DICS) on August 28, 2022
In a close contested match in the 2022 Asia Cup, Babar managed to score only 10 runs off 9 balls. He was caught out, and Pakistan had to rely on other batsmen to post a competitive total.
14 at Dubai (DICS) on September 4, 2022
Another encounter in the 2022 Asia Cup saw Babar scoring only 14 runs off 10 balls.
0 at Melbourne on October 23, 2022
In a T20 World Cup match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Babar faced a rare failure against India. He was dismissed for a duck - LBW on the very first ball he faced. This early dismissal was a significant blow to Pakistan, who struggled in the match.
As the much-anticipated clash on June 9 approaches, fans will hope to see more of Babar's brilliance against India.
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