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Babar Azam Surpasses MS Dhoni to Become Leading T20 World Cup Captain in Runs

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Under-fire Pakistan skipper Babar Azam on Sunday achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing legendary MS Dhoni in the list of most run-getters as a captain in T20 World Cup history. This achievement came during their match against Ireland in Lauderhill, United States.

Despite facing criticism, Babar’s fighting unbeaten knock helped Pakistan secure a narrow three-wicket win in a low-scoring thriller. Chasing a modest target of 107, Pakistan found themselves in trouble at 62 for six in 11 overs. However, skipper Babar (32 not out) and Abbas Afridi (17) managed to share a crucial 33-run partnership, steering their team to victory at 111 for seven in 18.5 overs.

Pakistan, already out of the Super 8 contention, concluded their T20 World Cup campaign with a third-place finish in Group A. Arch-rivals India and co-hosts USA advanced to the next round, securing the first and second positions respectively.

Captains like Babar Azam have shown exceptional skill and composure under pressure, leaving their mark on the tournament with significant run tallies.

Babar leads this esteemed list with 549 runs in just 17 innings. Known for his elegant stroke play and impeccable timing, Babar has consistently anchored his team’s innings, providing both stability and a reliable scoring option. His calm demeanor in high-pressure situations has been instrumental in his success, making him a standout performer in T20 World Cups.

Dhoni, with 529 runs in 29 innings, is second on the list. Renowned for his finishing prowess and strategic acumen, Dhoni’s contributions with the bat were crucial in many tight contests. His calm and calculated approach in the death overs made him one of the most feared finishers in the game, ensuring India’s competitive edge in numerous tournaments.

Most runs as captain in T20 World Cups:

– 549 – Babar Azam (17 inns)*

– 529 – MS Dhoni (29 inns)

– 527 – Kane Williamson (19 inns)

– 360 – M Jayawardene (11 inns)

– 352 – Graeme Smith (16 inns)

New Zealand’s Kane Williamson, with 527 runs in 19 innings, holds the third spot and exemplifies consistency and grace under pressure. His tactical brilliance and ability to adapt to different match situations have been key to New Zealand’s success. Williamson’s composed and technically sound batting style has made him a reliable leader and a vital run-scorer for his team.

Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene, accumulating 360 runs in just 11 innings, showcased his class and elegance, earning the fourth spot. Despite playing fewer matches, his impact was profound, often leading from the front and guiding his team through challenging phases with his experience and skill.

South Africa’s Graeme Smith, with 352 runs in 16 innings, rounds off this elite group. Smith’s aggressive and fearless approach set the tone for his team, providing quick starts and building solid foundations for South Africa’s innings.

‘M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story’ has successful openings

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With a record opening of Rs. 21.3 crore net on opening day Sept. 30, “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story” has challenged the Khans’ and other superstars’ monopoly on smashing opening day collections.

The Neeraj Pandey-directed biopic on cricketer Dhoni with Sushant Singh Rajput in the title role has turned out to be the first-ever real-life saga to challenge the superstars on home turf. The biopic has achieved the impossible by entering the league so far monopolized largely by the three Khans, Hrithik Roshan and Ajay Devgn by setting records for the opening day numbers.

MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, which is based on the life of Indian cricketer MS Dhoni, is one of the most-awaited Bollywood movies of 2016. Its promos have garnered a lot of attention and its makers have promoted the movie widely. Along with MS Dhoni, Sushant Singh Rajput and other stars visited several media houses and toured some cities across the country to promote the movie.

Here, director Neeraj Pandey takes us 15 years earlier when Pan Singh Dhoni (Anupam Kher) is a pump operator in Ranchi. The local stadium needs water and that requires him to wake up at eleven in the night. He waters the stadium in a hazy winter night. Pan’s little son watches him from the balcony of his government quarter, and probably this is the moment when the kid decides to make it big in life. It’s the story of Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Sushant Singh Rajput), the current India captain and one of the game’s most popular exponents ever.

The film has amassed a humongous Rs. 21.3 crore net (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu) at the box office. Co-starring Disha Patani, Kiara Advani and Anupam Kher, it has music by Amaal Mallik.

Clearly, Day One has belonged to the subject of M.S. Dhoni, the skills of Neeraj Pandey and the marketing/promotion/distribution strategy of Fox that saw the film in 5,000 screens. However, the man who will profit the most is Rajput, without whom the film could not have been what it is.

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