Pakistan Super League (PSL) is one of the most prestigious T20 cricket leagues in the world. The league was first introduced in 2015, and since then, it has become a major attraction for cricket fans worldwide. PSL comprises six teams representing different cities in Pakistan, and it provides a platform for local and international players to showcase their talent. One of the main features of PSL is its batting firepower, with some of the world’s top batsmen showcasing their skills in the tournament. In this article, we will discuss the top seven run-scorers in Pakistan Super League history.
1. Babar Azam
Babar Azam is a Pakistani top-order batsman who has been a sensation in international cricket in recent years. He has played for Karachi Kings in PSL since 2016 and has been a consistent performer for the team. Now Babar Azam is the highest run-scorer in PSL history. He became the first batter to surpass 2,000 runs and has a healthy lead at the top of this table. He has also scored 13 half-centuries in the tournament. After representing Islamabad United in 2016, Babar Azam was with Karachi Kings from 2017 to 2022. He was the leading run-scorer (473 runs) and Player of the Tournament in the 2020 PSL edition when the Kings won their first title. They finished 2021 as the top run-scorer as well with 554 runs and the Lahore-born batter will be joining Peshawar Zalmi in 2023.
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2. Fakhar Zaman
Fakhar Zaman is a Pakistani opening batsman who has played for Lahore Qalandars in PSL since 2016. He is known for his aggressive batting style and has been a match-winner for his team on several occasions. Fakhar Zaman is the second-highest run-scorer in PSL history, with 2,178 runs from 70 innings at an average of 31.24. He has also scored eight half-centuries and a century in the tournament. His outstanding batting season put an end to Lahore Qalandars’ 2022 PSL title hopes. With a staggering strike rate of 152.72 and a total of 588 runs scored in 13 games, including seven half-centuries and one century, he set a record-breaking 588 runs. He has been the Qalandars’ leading run scorer in most of their seasons since the 2017 season when he scored 177 runs.
3. Kamran Akmal
Kamran Akmal is a Pakistani wicket-keeper batsman who has been a regular feature in PSL since its inception. He has played for Peshawar Zalmi throughout the league’s history and has been a vital player for the team. Kamran Akmal is the top run-scorer in PSL history, with 1,972 runs from 75 innings at an average of 27.52. He has also scored seven half-centuries in the tournament. e aggressive keeper-batter scored 353 runs during that edition of the tournament, finishing as the leading run-scorer and also winning the Player of the Tournament award for his heroics with the bat. Starting in 2023, he will be taking over as the head coach of Peshawar Zalmi. Kamran Akmal’s best performance in PSL came in 2018 when he scored 425 runs in 13 matches at an average of 32.69.
4. Shoaib Malik
Shoaib Malik is a former Pakistani captain and one of the most experienced players in PSL history. He has played for different teams in PSL, including Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, and Peshawar Zalmi. Shoaib Malik is the third-highest run-scorer in PSL history, with 1,447 runs from 54 innings at an average of 31.28. He has also scored six half-centuries in the tournament. Shoaib Malik’s best performance in PSL came in 2019 when he scored 282 runs in 11 matches at an average of 47.00
5. Mohammad Rizwan
Mohammad Rizwan is a Pakistani cricketer who has played for different teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), including Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans. He is a top-order batsman and a wicket-keeper who has been a consistent performer in the tournament. Rizwan has scored 1,836 runs in 56 innings in PSL at an average of 44.78. He has also been exceptional behind the stumps. Rizwan’s best performance in PSL came in 2021, where he scored 197 runs in 6 matches at an average of 39.40.
6. Mohammad Hafeez
Mohammad Hafeez is a Pakistani all-rounder who has played for different teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), including Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi. He is known for his batting and bowling skills and has been a vital player for his teams in the tournament. Hafeez has scored 1,689 runs in 72 innings in PSL at an average of 27.24. He has also taken 39 wickets with his off-spin bowling. Hafeez’s best performance in PSL came in 2020, where he scored 312 runs in 10 matches at an average of 34.67 and took 10 wickets with the ball.
7. Rilee Rossouw
Rilee Rossouw is a South African cricketer who has played for different teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), including Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultans. He is a left-handed top-order batsman who has been a consistent performer in the tournament. Rossouw has scored 1,651 runs in 65 innings in PSL at an average of 33.69. He has also scored 12 half-centuries and a century in the tournament. Rossouw’s best performance in PSL came in 2019, where he scored 383 runs in 8 matches at an average of 54.71.
The Pakistan Super League has provided a platform for local and international players to showcase their talent, and the league has seen some incredible batting performances over the years. Kamran Akmal, Babar Azam, Shoaib Malik, Colin Munro, Luke Ronchi, Fakhar Zaman, and Ahmed Shehzad are the top seven run-scorers in PSL history, and their performances have been instrumental in their team’s success. These batsmen have shown that they have the ability to score runs consistently in the high-pressure environment of T20 cricket. As the league continues to grow, it will be interesting to see which batsmen will make their way into the list of top run-scorers in PSL history.
