Sahibzada Farhan’s career resurgence reached a new high during Pakistan’s five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup. Opening the batting, Farhan scored 24 runs off 15 balls, helping his team secure victory and propelling himself into an elite club of Pakistani T20 run-scorers.
This prestigious list includes Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shan Masood, making Farhan only the fourth Pakistani batter to score 1,500 T20 runs in a calendar year.
2025: A Prolific Year
In 2025, Farhan has played 35 innings across Pakistan, Peshawar Region, and Islamabad United. His remarkable stats:
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1,502 runs
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Batting average: 45.51
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Strike rate: 156.62
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Six hundreds and nine fifties
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90 sixes and 135 fours
His consistency has earned him a recall to Pakistan’s national team, where he is now a mainstay opener alongside Fakhar Zaman or Saim Ayub.
The 1,500 Runs Club
The elite club now consists of:
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Babar Azam – achieved thrice (2019, 2021, 2024)
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Mohammad Rizwan – achieved twice consecutively (2021, 2022)
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Shan Masood – achieved in 2022
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Sahibzada Farhan – achieved in 2025
Farhan’s entry adds depth to Pakistan’s batting order, which has traditionally relied on familiar names. His emergence signals a new generation of match-winners ready to take on the toughest challenges.
⚡ Why This Matters
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Pakistan now has a consistent top-order presence in T20s.
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Farhan’s performance highlights record-breaking consistency and power-hitting ability.
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This milestone strengthens Pakistan’s short-format batting lineup, providing balance and options for future matches.
