The Greatest Batsmen in Pakistani History

To sum up Pakistani batsmen, arguably the best term to describe them all is flamboyance. Some of cricket's most fascinating talent has come from this country, ever since it first started making small steps on the global scene. Despite the ongoing issue of consistency, one of the greatest things to witness in cricket may be an in-form Pakistani batsmen taking the bowlers to task. Playing for Pakistan is never easy, as triumphs engender hero worship and setbacks incite the rage of supporters. Pakistan has developed beautiful and sophisticated batsmen who have wowed cricket fans worldwide, much like its intriguing crop of fast bowlers. Here, we examine the ten greatest batsmen to have ever represented Pakistan.



10) Shoaib Malik:

The fact that someone who began his career as an off-break bowler is among Pakistan's best hitters may surprise a lot of people. But Shoaib Malik has made a good contribution to the team's success, scoring more than 10,000 runs across all game types. Over the course of a more than ten-year career, Shoaib has faced several challenges. Due to a questionable action, he was first banned from bowling and then had to cope with the board's disapproval. Despite having batted lower on the order for the majority of his career, he still has a strong batting average of 35.50 (with 9 hundreds) and is one of the most exciting hitters in ODI cricket.


9. Misbah-ul-Haq:

Misbah-ul-Haq stands out from everyone else on this list due to his unwavering patience, which is an uncommon quality in a competitive team full of exceptional players! Having made his international debut very late, not many predicted him to reach the peaks he did. However, Misbah quickly established himself as the team's rock, the man who other players would build their careers around while frequently taking a backseat to the team's goals. He was a gentlemanly figure who rose to become one of Pakistanis living overseas's most beloved ambassadors of the game. Misbah led the squad to victory as captain and amassed over 11,000 runs in all competition formats, including ten hundreds and more than eighty half-centuries.



8. Saleem Malik:

Among the most talented batsmen that have ever represented Pakistan was Saleem Malik. Few batsmen could match his ability to hit large runs when batting square of the wicket. Despite facing a lifelong ban for match-fixing, which marked the end of his career, he achieved remarkable success, amassing nearly 13,000 runs for his nation, including 20 centuries. Malik was a terrific spin bowler who, on his good days, could easily handle the finest spinners in the world. He was just as effective against seam bowlers and produced a number of iconic runs against green tops all over the world.

7. Javed Miandad:

When we first introduced this narrative, we used the word "flamboyant," and Javed Miandad was the player on the list who best fit this description. When the situation called for it, the man could destroy any bowling attack, but he was also perfectly capable of playing a cool-headed innings to preserve a Test Match. Javed was feared by opposing bowlers and amassed over 15,000 runs at the highest level over a career spanning more than two decades. With an outstanding batting average of 41.7 in One-Day Internationals and 52.57 in Tests, he amassed 31 hundreds of runs in both competitions.

6. Mohammad Yousuf:

Mohammad Yousuf was the epitome of style and class. This exceptional player, who amassed more than 17,000 runs at the highest level, including 39 international hundreds, was known for his tremendous back lift and deft timing. Yousuf was the team's most reliable middle-order scorer for the duration of his career. His career batting averages in Tests and ODIs were 52.29 and 41.74, respectively, demonstrating his equal skill in both formats. Yousuf frequently had to save his side from crass batting collapses in both Test Matches and One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He had a composed demeanour, which is uncommon among Pakistani batsmen of his generation.


5. Saeed Anwar:

Saaed Anwar was the most graceful southpaw batsman Pakistan has ever produced and unquestionably the best opening batsman ever. He was one of the most exciting batsmen to watch in the world during his prime. With 20 centuries and an amazing average of 39.21 in 8,824 ODI runs, he set a Pakistani record that is still standing today. If it weren't for his average test record, which stood at 4,052 runs across a career lasting more than ten years, he might have emerged as his nation's best batsman. He is still regarded as one of Pakistan's best left-handed batsman of all time, though.

4. Zaheer Abbas:

We are talking about someone remarkable because of their ODI batting average of 47.62 and Test batting average of 44.79. One of the greatest batsmen of his period, Zaheer Abbas could score runs on a variety of wickets. Few people can ever measure up to the legendary Sir Donald Bradman, but Zaheer was affectionately referred to as the "Asian Bradman" during the height of his success. His reputation was built on his deft timing and powerful back lift, which gave him the appearance of a craftsman at work rather than a powerful batsman. A superb craftsman who gradually extended his innings, he was formidable both at home and away against seam and spin attacks.

3. Younis Khan:

Younis Khan concluded his Test career with an impressive record of 10,099 runs scored, 34 hundreds, and a batting average of 52.05. Statistics often speak for themselves. Not only did he score 7,249 runs in one-day internationals, but he also frequently engineered thrilling victories for his team. Younis was one of the hardest batsmen to bowl to since he was always coming up with big hits in difficult situations. He was an exceptional spin bowler, and it was impressive to observe how graceful he was off the back foot. In addition to his exceptional batting, he was a superb close-in fielder who helped to over 270 dismissals over the course of a lengthy and highly regarded career.

2. Inzamam-ul-Haq:

Inzamam-ul-Haq has a unique blend of strength and dexterity. With his finesse and lethal striking, he could silence rival bowlers and leave them dead in their tracks. Upon his rise to prominence, Inzamam was heralded as his nation's next great batting talent. With his exquisite batting style, he fulfilled this prediction throughout the course of a 15-year career. Like his tall, muscular body, he tried to dominate the bowlers at all times. With 35 hundreds among his more than 20,000 international runs, Inzamam's batting averages in Tests and ODIs were 49.60 and 39.52, respectively.


1. Hanif Mohammad:

Hanif was known as the first 'Little Master', and it would take a lot for a cricket player of the future to emulate his charm and achievements on the pitch. Hanif is unquestionably the greatest batsman to have worn the Pakistani cap, despite not having hit the most hundreds or scored the most runs for this squad. Hanif was capable of extraordinary feats and was in a different class. Examples of his heroics include his 499 in a First Class match and his 970-minute, 337-run second innings against the West Indies at Bridgetown to salvage a Test match. He gave Pakistani supporters more to cheer about as he faced up against the strength of the West Indian, English, and Australian fast bowlers. Outside of the game, his opponents held him in the highest regard as an upright man. At the end of his career, he had amassed 3,915 runs at an average of 43.98 and twelve hundreds.