Pakistan’s white-ball star Babar Azam joined Big Bash League season 15 with huge expectations. But his start has been a disaster. In his first two games, the stylish right-hand batsman scored only single digits.
Debut Innings
Babar made his Big Bash League (BBL) debut on December 14, 2025, opening the batting for the Sydney Sixers against Perth Scorchers at Optus Stadium. He scored just 2 runs off 5 balls before getting out. Pacer Brody Couch dismissed him, he miscued a pull shot and was caught at mid-on. This happened in a rain-shortened match limited to 11 overs, which the Sixers lost.
Second Innings
Babar Azam scored just 9 runs off 10 balls against the Adelaide Strikers on December 16 or 17. He got out caught at short mid-wicket by Luke Wood. The Sydney Sixers made 159/9 but lost by 4 wickets, the Strikers chased it down in the final over. Babar also faced boos from the crow.
Babar Azam BBL Batting Stats
| Year | Innings | Runs | Balls | Average | Strike-rate | HS | 4s | 6s |
| 2025 | 2 | 11 | 15 | 5.5 | 73.3 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Context and Outlook
While Babar Azam battles a lean patch that raises eyebrows for Pakistan ahead of the T20 World Cup, teammate Shaheen Afridi shines in the Big Bash League. Babar’s Sydney Sixers struggle in recent outings, contrasting sharply with Shaheen’s exploits, as the Sixers gear up for a crucial clash against Sydney Thunder on December 20.
