Babar Azam Breaks MS Dhoni’s Massive Record in 2nd ODI Against South Africa

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Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing former Indian captain MS Dhoni’s record for the most 50-plus scores in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia).

The record-breaking moment came during the second ODI against South Africa on December 19. Babar, who has been striving to regain form, delivered a crucial half-century to claim the record. Overall, it’s his 33rd half-century in the 50- overs format.

Babar Azam brings up his 33rd ODI half-century! #SAvPAK | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/N224WGvuYp

— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) December 19, 2024

Babar Azam Ends Poor Form with Record-Breaking Knock

After a modest performance in the series opener, where he scored 23 runs before being dismissed by Ottniel Baartman, Babar entered the second ODI with renewed focus. Determined to make an impact, the former Pakistan captain shrugged off his struggles and notched up a fifty.

This half-century took Babar’s tally of 50-plus scores in SENA countries to 39, surpassing Dhoni’s record of 38. It was a proud moment for the Pakistani batter, as he now stands ahead of the Indian legend in these challenging conditions.

Dhoni vs Babar: The Numbers

Before the second ODI, both players were tied with 38 fifty-plus scores in SENA nations across all formats. Dhoni had amassed 5,273 runs, including 38 half-centuries, in these countries during his illustrious career. Babar, on the other hand, had already scored 7 centuries and 31 half-centuries in SENA venues before this game.

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