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January 5, 2026

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Babar Azam’s half century leads Sydney Sixers to victory

Star Babar Azam in action during Sydney Sixer’s match against Melbourne Renegades in Big Bash League 15 (BBL). — Instagram/@BBL After a disappointing debut, all-rounder Babar Azam returned to form on Thursday, leading Sydney Sixers to an unbeaten 58-run win over Melbourne Renegades in the 18th match of the Big Bash League 15 (BBL) at the Docklands Stadium in Australia. Batting first, the Renegades were restricted to 164-9 in their 20 overs thanks to a superb performance from Josh Brown, who scored 43 off 19 deliveries, including three fours and four sixes. Middle-order batsman Jake Fraser-McGurk contributed a sensible 38

January 2, 2026

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Babar Azam equals Jos Buttler’s T20 record after Sixers win BBL

Former Pakistan captain becomes third highest player in terms of half-centuries in T20 cricket Former Pakistan captain and batting Star Babar Azam. Photo: X Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam etched his name further into T20 history on Thursday, equaling former England skipper Jos Buttler’s record of 97 T20 half-centuries during Sydney Sixers’ Big Bash League (BBL) 15 clash against Melbourne Renegades at Melbourne’s Docklands Stadium. Babar produced a sensational match-winning knock of 58 not out off 46 balls, hitting four boundaries and an extra six-over cover as the Sixers chased down a target of 165 with six wickets in hand.

January 1, 2026

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Babar Azam’s half century leads Sydney Sixers to victory

Star Babar Azam in action during Sydney Sixer’s match against Melbourne Renegades in Big Bash League 15 (BBL). — Instagram/@BBL After a disappointing debut, all-rounder Babar Azam returned to form on Thursday, leading Sydney Sixers to an unbeaten 58-run win over Melbourne Renegades in the 18th match of the Big Bash League 15 (BBL) at the Docklands Stadium in Australia. Batting first, the Renegades were restricted to 164-9 in their 20 overs thanks to a superb performance from Josh Brown, who scored 43 off 19 deliveries, including three fours and four sixes. Middle-order batsman Jake Fraser-McGurk contributed a sensible 38

December 29, 2025

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Babar dropped, Shadab back as Pakistan name squad for Sri Lanka T20I series

Pakistan’s Babar Azam and Santab Khan celebrate a wicket in this undated picture. — AFP/file Salman Ali Agha will continue as Pakistan’s captain in Sri Lanka. Pakistan will play three T20Is in Dambulla on January 7, 9, 11. Sri Lanka series key for T20 World Cup preparation: PCB LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, with all-rounder Shadab Khan returning to the side and Khawaja Nafay earning his maiden call-up. Senior players including Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan and Haris Rauf, who are currently in

December 17, 2025

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Babar, Shaheen, other Pakistanis to play entire BBL, says CA chief

Pakistan’s then T20I captain Babar Azam speaks to his players before their T20 World Cup 2024 match against Ireland, June 16, 2024, Florida, USA. — ICC Pakistani players including Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan will be available for the entire Big Bash League (BBL) 15, Cricket Australia’s chief said, amid concerns they may be withdrawn for Pakistan’s upcoming bilateral series. The national team is scheduled for a T20I tour of Sri Lanka in January, raising concerns that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may recall a group of players to play for the national team in the series. However,

December 16, 2025

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Fans react as Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen falter on BBL debut

This image collage shows Pakistani cricketers Babar Azam (left), Mohammad Rizwan (centre) and Shaheen Shah Afridi. — Facebook/Sydney Sixers/Melbourne Renegades/Brisbane Heat Pakistan’s star trio of Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi made a forgettable Big Bash League (BBL) debut, drawing mixed reactions from cricket fans on Monday. Babar, who was signed directly by the Sydney Sixers ahead of the player auction, failed to live up to the hype the franchise had built up as the star batsman scored a graceful two off five deliveries in the curtain-raiser against the Perth Scorchers on Sunday at Optus Stadium. The right-handed

December 10, 2025

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Babar Azam got the exclusive jersey number for Sydney Sixers

Babar Azam poses in his Sydney Sixers kit. — Instagram @sixersbbl Pakistan star Babar Azam has been given a distinctive jersey number by the Sydney Sixers for his tenure in the 2025-26 Big Bash League, which runs from December 14 to January 25. Considered among the top modern-day batsmen, Babar joined the Sixers as an immediate signing for the 15th season of the league. To capitalize on the star’s fame, the Sixers created a special fan zone in October, titled “Babaristan” to celebrate the 31-year-old’s maiden BBL stint. Earlier that month, the Sixers also brought in experienced pacer Mitchell Starc,

December 10, 2025

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Sydney Sixers reveal Babar Azam’s unique jersey number

Sydney Sixers have unveiled a special twist on Babar Azam’s iconic jersey number, adding an extra level of excitement ahead of the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL).The franchise announced the move on Tuesday via social media platforms, unveiling the Pakistan star at the historic Sydney Cricket Ground.While Babar is widely associated with the number 56, the Sixers have introduced a creative variation – the 30-year-old will sport 056 this season.Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, meanwhile, will continue to wear the classic 56. The franchise framed the decision as a light and stylish way to distinguish the two high-profile

December 9, 2025

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Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi descend on Australia for BBL 15

Pakistan’s top cricketers Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi have arrived in Australia ahead of the 15th edition of the Big Bash League, which will begin on December 14. Both players’ franchises confirmed their arrivals via social media, with the Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers rolling out the welcome mat for two of the tournament’s highest-profile overseas signings. Shaheen, a No.1 draft pick, was the first to land, arriving in Brisbane in the early hours of Tuesday. The Heat shared images of the left-armer rushing to the airport with a brief message: “The number one draft pick has landed. Welcome

December 4, 2025

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Babar Azam is seen playing Cricket 26 ahead of his BBL debut

Pakistan’s Babar Azam plays a shot during the third ODI against South Africa at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad on November 8, 2025. — AFP Star Pakistan’s Babar Azam is set to play in the popular game Cricket 26 ahead of his much-awaited debut in the Big Bash League (BBL). A video, shared by the Sydney Sixers on their official Instagram, featured Babar’s appearance in the game with Australia’s Steve Smith. In another scene, the star Pakistan batsman’s avatar was seen celebrating a century. “Babar [and] Smudges at the SCG. You can give it to Cricket 26, now,” the caption

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