Farhan’s Meteoric Rise in T20 Cricket
Sahibzada Farhan, the dynamic opener for Islamabad United, has achieved a remarkable feat by joining cricket luminaries such as Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler in an elite group. This celebrated circle comprises players who have hit four T20 centuries in a single calendar year. Farhan’s extraordinary performance during a recent match in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) at Pindi Cricket Stadium stands as a testament to his prowess.
Record-Breaking Performance
The cricket field witnessed an unforgettable scene as Farhan unleashed a maestro’s performance, scoring an overwhelming 106 runs off just 52 balls. His strike rate of 203.85, coupled with 13 boundaries and five majestic sixes, left the audience in awe and the opposition in shambles during Islamabad United’s 102-run rout of Peshawar Zalmi.
Farhan’s Journey to the Top
Before his commanding innings against Peshawar, Farhan had already demonstrated his exceptional skill by securing three T20 centuries earlier in the year. His first century of the season was an unbeaten 114 off 59 balls, which propelled his team to a decisive 8-wicket victory on March 15. Quickly following this, he scored a scintillating 162* from 72 deliveries against Quetta. Then, in a critical semi-final match of Pakistan’s National T20 Cup, Farhan tormented the bowlers from Abbottabad with a stellar 148 off 72 balls, ensuring a comfortable 56-run win for his team.
A League of Extraordinary Cricketers
Farhan’s inclusion in this prestigious list places him alongside Chris Gayle, the trailblazing opener who was the first to achieve this feat in 2011. Virat Kohli followed suit in 2016, demonstrating his characteristic flair and ferocity. The former England captain, Jos Buttler, achieved this milestone in 2022 while Shubman Gill became the most recent entrant with his remarkable innings in 2023.
Conclusion
Sahibzada Farhan’s ascendancy to the ranks of T20 cricket’s elite reflects his hard work, determination, and immense talent. His ability to consistently perform at such a high level heralds a promising future and sets up exciting prospects for fans and followers of cricket worldwide.
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Last Updated: April 15, 2025
