In a thrilling encounter during PSL 2025, Sahibzada Farhan marked his maiden Pakistan Super League hundred, showcasing his exceptional form. The Islamabad United captain, Shadab Khan, won the toss and elected to bat first against Peshawar Zalmi. Farhan, who was picked by Islamabad United in the Supplementary category after going unsold in the draft, partnered with USA batter Andries Gous to open the innings.
Despite Gous’ run out in the second over, Farhan went on to build a brilliant 144-run partnership with Colin Munro for the second wicket. In doing so, Farhan reached his sixth T20 hundred in a scintillating 49-ball knock. He smashed 13 fours and 5 sixes, with a blistering strike rate of 203.84. His hundred came off the first ball of the 13th over, and while he had the chance to go bigger, Alzarri Joseph dismissed him for 106 off 52 balls in the very next over. Islamabad finished their innings with an imposing total of 243/5 in their 20 overs.
Farhan’s Red-Hot T20 Form Continues
This century is just the latest chapter in Farhan’s red-hot form. Over the past month, the 29-year-old has made a strong statement in T20 cricket. He now has four T20 hundreds in a month, including his record-breaking performances in the National T20 Cup. Farhan scored a massive 605 runs at an average of 121, with a strike rate of 190, which earned him a late deal for PSL 2025.
Farhan’s form in PSL 2025 has been remarkable, and with his consistency, he now has six T20 centuries. His overall T20 career stats include an average of 35.11 and a strike rate of 137.11, cementing his status as one of the top T20 batsmen. For those interested in his T20 records, you can find all his stats on platforms like Cricbuzz and ESPN.
Sahibzada Farhan’s T20 Centuries Overview:
| Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Team | Opponent | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 52 | 13 | 5 | 203.84 | Islamabad United | Zalmi | 14 Apr 2025 |
| 148 | 72 | 10 | 12 | 205.55 | Peshawar Region | Abbottabad | 26 Mar 2025 |
| 162* | 72 | 14 | 11 | 225.00 | Peshawar Region | Quetta | 21 Mar 2025 |
| 114* | 59 | 9 | 9 | 193.22 | Peshawar Region | Lahore W | 15 Mar 2025 |
| 109* | 54 | 15 | 4 | 202.00 | Peshawar Region | Larkana | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 102 | 64 | 7 | 6 | 159.37 | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | Balochistan | 17 Sep 2022 |
Farhan’s Struggles at the International Level
Despite his stellar domestic and T20 form, Sahibzada Farhan’s international record has been less than spectacular. He has played nine T20Is for Pakistan, scoring just 86 runs at a strike rate of 95.55. His international debut was in 2018, and his last outing for Pakistan was in late 2024 against Zimbabwe.
Farhan’s career in the PSL has also been inconsistent. His first season with Islamabad United was in 2018, followed by stints with Karachi Kings (2022) and Lahore Qalandars (2024). However, none of these seasons saw him make a significant impact.
A Promising Comeback with Islamabad United
Now back with Islamabad United for PSL 2025, Farhan has found his rhythm, and his blistering form shows no signs of slowing down. He is playing with a renewed confidence, and with his explosive performances, he seems poised to make a mark in the PSL 2025. Cricket fans and fantasy league players will be eager to follow his progress as he continues to deliver with the bat for Islamabad.
Farhan’s 100-run knock against Zalmi is a testament to his growing potential in the T20 format. As he continues his journey in the Pakistan Super League, this could be the season that defines his career in the league.
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