• Babar Azam slammed a brilliant ton for Peshawar Zalmi in the 13th match of PSL 2024.

  • Babar dedicated his stellar knock to his mother who had come to watch him live for the first time.

PSL 2024: Fans go gaga as Babar Azam slams his 11th T20 ton and dedicates the knock to his mother
Babar Azam with his mother (Image Source: Twitter)

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In a cricketing spectacle that will be etched in the memories of fans, Babar Azam, the maestro from Pakistan, slammed a scintillating century for Peshawar Zalmi in the 13th match of Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024. What made this innings even more special was Babar’s emotional dedication of the knock to his mother, who witnessed him play live for the first time in a stadium.

The showdown: Babar Azam’s breathtaking century

The 13th match of PSL 2024 pitted Peshawar Zalmi against Islamabad United in a high-stakes encounter. Winning the toss, Islamabad United opted to bowl first, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.

Peshawar Zalmi responded with a formidable innings, posting 201/5 in their 20 overs. The star of the show was none other than Babar, who played a breathtaking knock, scoring 111 runs off 63 balls. His innings included 14 fours and 2 sixes, leaving the opposition bowlers struggling to contain his brilliance. Saim Ayub and Paul Walter provided valuable contributions to help Peshawar Zalmi set a challenging target.

Babar achieves a magnificent milestone

With this century, Babar not only eventually led his team to victory but also etched his name in the record books. This marked his 11th century in T20 cricket, making him the second-highest centurion in this format, trailing only behind the legendary Chris Gayle (22 centuries). The cricketing world was left in awe of Babar’s consistency and ability to dominate in the shortest format of the game.

Islamabad’s fight in vain

Chasing 202 for victory, Islamabad United fought valiantly, with Colin Munro and Azam Khan playing pivotal roles. Munro’s 71 off 53 balls and Azam Khan’s explosive 75 off 30 balls brought them close, but an inspired bowling performance from Arif Yaqoob, who took five wickets, turned the tide in Peshawar Zalmi’s favour as they emerged victorious by successfully defending the total.

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Babar dedicates his ton to his mother

What added an extra layer of emotion to Babar’s century was the presence of his mother in the stadium. It was a significant moment for the cricketing star as he dedicated his remarkable innings to his mother, who witnessed him play live for the first time. The gesture tugged at the heartstrings of fans, and social media was abuzz with admiration for Babar’s love and respect for his mother.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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