Virat Kohli’s records that Babar Azam has surpassed

Published - 07 Nov 2025, 14:08 IST | Updated - 07 Nov 2025, 14:23 IST

Over the years, there have been several comparisons made between Babar Azam and Virat Kohli. Many fans around the world have expressed their anticipation of Babar becoming an all-time great for Pakistan, similarly Kohli has established his name in Indian cricket.

Babar and Kohli possess different strengths when it comes to their scoring areas and techniques across varying formats. Yet, one factor which remains constant is their burning desire to serve the nation and excel while representing their respective teams.

Kohli made his international debut in 2008 while Babar made his seven years later. The former has already announced retirement from T20Is and Tests, leaving the 50-over format as his only active one. On the other hand, Babar is still active in all three formats.

While Kohli got past his first 1000 ODI runs in 24 innings, Babar took three innings fewer. Kohli took 1 year and 291 days. On the other hand, Babar took 1 year and 233 days. He attained the landmark during an encounter between Australia and Pakistan at the WACA Ground in Perth in 2017.

Babar was dismissed for an 84-run knock off exactly 100 deliveries. He top-scored for Pakistan in that match. Unfortunately, Steve Smith's unbeaten knock of 108 off 104 overpowered Babar's effort as the Australians got over the line with seven wickets and 30 balls to spare.