Sahibzada Farhan joins Babar Azam in elite club, completes 1000 T20I runs for Pakistan

Sahibzada Farhan joins Babar in elite list [Source: AFP]

Pakistan and USA locked horns once again in an enthralling contest during T20 World Cup 2026, Match 12 at the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo. Batting first, Pakistan made a confident start, setting the tone early with positive intent at the top.

The Pakistani openers looked settled from ball one, but it was Sahibzada Farhan who caused major damage in the powerplay. His fluent strokeplay and fearless approach put the USA bowlers under pressure and allowed Pakistan to build early momentum.

Farhan’s innings was not just impactful for the match situation but also special on a personal level. The right-hander reached a significant milestone in Pakistan’s T20I history, underlining his growing importance in the national setup with consistent performances at the top.

Sahibzada Farhan completes 1000 T20I runs during USA T20 World Cup clash

Sahibzada Farhan entered the match against USA with 969 T20I runs to his name. Opening the batting, he looked composed and confident, continuing the good form that has defined his recent outings in international cricket.

The milestone moment arrived in the fifth over of the powerplay, when Farhan took on Milind Kumar, hitting a couple of big shots to complete 1000 T20I runs for Pakistan in style.

Reaching the landmark in just 41 innings, Farhan showcased his consistency and hunger at the highest level. The achievement highlighted his ability to deliver on big stages and further strengthened his case as a reliable option in Pakistan’s T20I batting lineup.

Among Pakistan’s fastest to score 1000 T20I runs

With this innings, Sahibzada Farhan now features among Pakistan’s quickest batters to reach the 1000-run mark in T20 internationals. He is joint third fastest to the milestone alongside Mohammad Hafeez, trailing only Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, who occupy the top two spots.

Fastest to 1000 T20I runs for Pakistan

Matching the mark achieved by Mohammad Hafeez, Farhan’s rise reflects both opportunity and execution. He has made the most of his chances, scoring runs across conditions while maintaining an attacking mindset perfectly suited to the shortest format.

This milestone also underlines the depth Pakistan continues to build in T20 cricket. Farhan’s presence at the top offers flexibility and firepower, something Pakistan values greatly heading into high-pressure tournament matches.

A promising start to Sahibzada Farhan’s T20I journey

Sahibzada Farhan has enjoyed a brilliant start to his T20I career, especially through 2025, where he consistently delivered strong performances at the top. His calm temperament, sharp shot selection, and natural aggression have made him a dependable opener and a growing asset for Pakistan.

As Pakistan looks ahead to bigger challenges, Farhan’s early success signals a promising future in international cricket. His ability to score quickly in the powerplay while holding his shape gives the team balance, something crucial in high-pressure games during major ICC tournaments.

With the T20 World Cup 2026 campaign unfolding, Sahibzada Farhan is expected to play an important role for Pakistan. If he continues on this upward curve, he could emerge as a regular match-winner and a long-term pillar in Pakistan’s T20 plans.