The wicket-keeper batsman had managed 4 half centuries in his last 11 Test appearances, since the start of 2018. [26], Pakistan's quest for ICC Champions Trophy qualification received a significant boost against Sri Lanka. Led by Hasan Ali however, who stepped in as captain after Azhar Ali left to join Pakistan team in New Zealand, the team didn’t lose hope. 8th quickest to score 1000 runs in ODIs (in terms of innings), and 4th quickest Pakistani, behind. He scored half centuries in both innings of the first Test, and helped Pakistan, chasing an improbable 451, avoid defeat with a crucial fourth-innings partnership with the returning Younus Khan. Christchurch [New Zealand], January 3 (ANI): New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson scalped five wickets on Day 1 of the second Test against Pakistan but with the help of Azhar Ali … Fawad has now scored two Test centuries with Younis first one his side as captain and then as batting coach. [2] He held the record for the highest ever individual score in an innings of a day/night test match which was later surpassed by David Warner in November 2019 who scored unbeaten 335. [3], Domestically, he has played for Khan Research Laboratories, Lahore, Lahore Eagles, Lahore Lions, Lahore Qalandars, Pakistan A and Huntly (Scotland) during his career. He was also named in the Test XI of the year 2016 by Cricinfo. Azhar and Rizwan played brilliantly and brought the visitors back in the game. Ali has worked his way steadily up Pakistan's domestic scene since 2006. First player to score a hundred with white ball, a double hundred with red ball and a triple hundred with pink ball in international cricket. Matthew Wade, D'Arcy Short half-centuries keep Hobart Hurricanes' finals hopes alive. Credits: New Zealand Cricket Twitter Pakistan were bowled out for 297 on Day 1 of the Second Test as the New Zealand bowlers ensured that they finished the d. indiaaheadnews.com. The wicket-keeper batsman had managed 4 half centuries in his last 11 Test appearances, since the start of 2018. Fawad Alam and Azhar Ali put on a brave display to give Pakistan some hope of saving the first Test against New Zealand at Tauranga’s Mount Maunganui stadium on Tuesday. Ali is an opening batsman and a part-time leg spinner by trade. In September 2019, he was named in Central Punjab's squad for the 2019–20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy tournament. Following these disastrous collapses Mohammad Yousuf was recalled to the squad and Amin lost his place, but Ali was given another opportunity and found his feet in the third Test, scoring an unbeaten 92. [9][10] Ali was appointed captain of Lahore Qalandars in the first edition of Pakistan Super League. Azhar Ali played a brilliant knock of 93 runs in the second Test against New Zealand. Pakistan won the match by 180 runs, the highest margin of victory for any team in an ICC tournament final. In the second innings, he scored 42 as Pakistan lost the match by 150 runs. Test Cricket - Players Scoring 1000 Runs in Calendar Year", "Batting records | Test matches | Cricinfo Statsguru | ESPNcricinfo.com", "Records | Test matches | Batting records | Most runs in Tests in 2016 | ESPN Cricinfo", "2017 - Pakistan Cricket Team Records & Stats | ESPNcricinfo.com", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Azhar_Ali&oldid=1002838801, Pakistan One Day International cricketers, Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited cricketers, Articles with unsourced statements from December 2019, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. Ali continued his good form and made consecutive centuries as he scored 136 in the 2nd innings. During the second match of the series Ali registered his sixth half-century. He finished the series as the leading run-scorer for Pakistan[19] Ali made his 4th test hundred and finished on 157 in the 1st innings of the 2nd test at SSC. [39][40] In July, he was shortlisted in Pakistan's 20-man squad for the Test matches against England. After the England series there were rumors that Ali might step down as captain of Pakistan ODI team. He finished the series as the leading run-scorer for Pakistan[19] Ali made his 4th test hundred and finished on 157 in the 1st innings of the 2nd test at SSC. He was also named in the Test XI of the year 2016 by Cricinfo. Azhar Ali (Punjabi, Urdu: اظہر علی; born 19 February 1985) is a Pakistani international cricketer who is a former captain of the Pakistan national team in Test and ODI cricket. Only Pakistani to score 3 ODI hundreds as a captain. He was the captain of Lahore Qalandars in the first edition of the Pakistan Super League. Ali was picked in the both ODI and Test squad for the Sri Lankan tour in 2012. On 16 July 2018, Ali signed for Somerset for the final seven matches of the County Championship season, replacing the injured Matt Renshaw. This page was last edited on 26 January 2021, at 07:36. In September 2019, he was named in Central Punjab's squad for the 2019–20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy tournament. [27] Ali scored most of the runs in this series, and became the Fastest Pakistani batsman to 1000 ODI runs, scoring them in only 21 innings. He scored 183 runs in 7 matches for Lahore Qalandars . Azhar Ali, on the other hand, has compiled a grand total of 6 fifty-plus scores, including 2 hundreds, in 17 games during that same period. Pakistan won the first match by 111 Runs making it the 4th highest winning margin against west indies by Pakistan. Abid Ali was then joined by Azhar on the field. Ali was criticized for his captaincy as well as low personal scoring rate. [33], During the Australia tour, Ali only managed to score 37 runs in three-ODIs and lost the series 4–1 to Australia. This was Pakistan's first series lost to Bangladesh [25], Zimbabwe tour to Pakistan, after a lapse of six years, proved fruitful for him as Pakistan under his captaincy won the three match ODI series 2–0. Azhar — who is the most experienced member of Pakistan squad with 83 Tests and the highest run-getter (6,302, 17 centuries, average 42.87) — observed playing at home is a … After the England series there were rumors that Ali might step down as captain of Pakistan ODI team. Azhar (83 Tests) aside, only Babar Azam (29 Tests) has had any kind of significant Test experience to speak of. Also returning to the Pakistan Test side are Abid Ali, Azhar Ali, Fawad Alam, Haris Sohail, Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah, Shan Masood, Sohail Khan and Yasir Shah. Only player to make a triple-hundred in the UAE. [21], Azhar Ali and Fakhar Zaman's partnership of 118 runs in the match against England made it the highest in the Champions Trophy history for Pakistan, and the highest opening in an ODI since 2009. In four seasons since, he's been averaging 40-plus with 11 hundreds, commendable figures in a country where opening is a modern-day curse. Ali scored 208 runs in 5 innings including two scores of 80 and 82.His tally was the second most of any Pakistani in that series. [36], In October 2019, ahead of Pakistan's tour to Australia, Sarfaraz Ahmed was sacked as captain of Pakistan's team, following Pakistan's poor run of form. Sarfraz Ahmad gave the selectors a long thought but the board finally decided to go in favor of Azhar Ali who hadn't played ODI cricket for almost 2 years at the time of his appointment. [1], Ali made his Test debut for Pakistan against Australia in the first Test at Lord's in July 2010. The tournament was disappointing as Pakistan lost all three ODIs. He struggled in the first two Tests against England, recording a 32-ball duck during the second match as Pakistan were bundled out for 72. The following ODI series for Pakistan was abysmal and was one of the worst in history of Pakistan in England. Pakistan cricket team won the series after nine years in Sri Lanka. This was Pakistan's first series lost to Bangladesh [25], Zimbabwe tour to Pakistan, after a lapse of six years, proved fruitful for him as Pakistan under his captaincy won the three match ODI series 2–0. He had topped batting charts in the 2019-20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy with 934 runs at an average of over 62 with four centuries and three half-centuries. Azhar Ali has scored seventeen Test and three ODI centuries. The last time former captain Azhar Ali toured South Africa, young Duanne Olivier outclassed him and this time around South Africa has Anrich Nortje who can bowl up to 150+ constantly. Azhar, who has scored 6,302 runs in 83 Tests at an average of 42.87, having hit 17 centuries and 32 fifties, was confident that he as the most … [16] In the second Test match against Australia, he scored 30 runs in the first innings, followed by his maiden half century in the second as Pakistan recorded their first Test victory over the Australians in fifteen years. Ali scored 208 runs in 5 innings including two scores of 80 and 82.His tally was the second most of any Pakistani in that series. 939 Azhar Ali's aggregate as an opener in Tests in 2016; among Pakistani openers only Mohsin Khan scored more in a year. He scored 1845 runs at an average of 36.90, with three centuries and 12 half-centuries. Azhar Ali: “I am hoping that with Babar Azam back in the line-up we will perform well in this series” Image courtesy of: ESPNcricinfo Pakistan batsman Azhar Ali is hoping that the national team can beat South Africa now that they have captain Babar Azam back. #NZvPAK Ali retained his place in the Test squad for the series against South Africa in November. Kyle Jamieson bagged his third five-wicket haul in Test cricket. [21], Azhar Ali and Fakhar Zaman's partnership of 118 runs in the match against England made it the highest in the Champions Trophy history for Pakistan, and the highest opening in an ODI since 2009. Only visiting opener to score a double-hundred at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Ali was picked in the both ODI and Test squad for the Sri Lankan tour in 2012. He quashed all such rumors and vowed to continue as captain of ODI team. The potential candidates were either too inconsistent or had some disciplinary issues. Earlier this year, the long efforts of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) finally got the Sri Lankan team ready for their re-visit. His crucial innings enabled him make into the Top-10 of ICC Test Rankings for the first time, as he joined Graeme Smith on 753 points. Ali captained his side in a 4–1 losing effort, which included a thumping 169 run loss in which England scored a world record score of 444 runs in an innings. He was impressive in the ODIs by scoring 96 in the 2nd ODI and 81* in the 4th ODI, and became the second Pakistani to carry his bat after Saeed Anwar. That was the season he began opening regularly for Khan Research Laboratories, a move that fetched him two hundreds and two fifties in five matches, and he hasn't looked back. In September 2016 Lahore Qalandars announced that Brendon McCullum will replace him as the captain of the side in 2017. Only Pakistani to score 3 ODI hundreds as a captain. [14], Azhar Ali became one of the few Pakistani players to make his Test debut before playing an ODI when he got his chance against Australia at Lord's in July 2010.[15]. Following consistent performances against South Africa backed up with experience against England and Australia the selectors picked Ali for the two-match test series against New Zealand in January 2011, also young Pakistan batsman Asad Shafiq was given a place alongside Ali. Most runs in 2016 & 2017 in Tests by a Pakistani batsman. [3], Domestically, he has played for Khan Research Laboratories, Lahore, Lahore Eagles, Lahore Lions, Lahore Qalandars, Pakistan A and Huntly (Scotland) during his career. Azhar Ali (93) and Mohammad Rizwan (61) struck vital half-centuries as Pakistan were bowled out for 297 before Stumps on Day 1. His crucial innings enabled him make into the Top-10 of ICC Test Rankings for the first time, as he joined Graeme Smith on 753 points. ... including a century in final and two half-centuries. [6][7] On 1 November 2018, he announced his retirement from One Day International cricket.[8]. After Misbah-ul-Haq retired from ODIs, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had a tough job to do while appointing Misbah's successor. He made his debut against Australia in July, along with Umar Amin; Ali scored 17 runs in his debut innings before he was caught behind by Tim Paine. Asian nations always face issues in those conditions but we fought there and it’s a positive thing,” Azhar said. That was the season he began opening regularly for Khan Research Laboratories, a move that fetched him two hundreds and two fifties in five matches, and he hasn't looked back. He top-scored with 90 in the first innings of the second Test, before producing another solid performance alongside captain Misbah-ul-Haq in the second innings, finishing unbeaten after facing 135 deliveries to secure another draw. Pakistan team had got last victory in 2006 in the leadership of Inzamam Ul Haq. Top run scorer as captain after 10 ODIs with 611 Runs. [37] Azhar was named as the captain of the Test side in his place. The hosts are in a strong position in the match courtesy their top-order which has fired all cylinders. Most runs in 2016 & 2017 in Tests by a Pakistani batsman. [14], Azhar Ali became one of the few Pakistani players to make his Test debut before playing an ODI when he got his chance against Australia at Lord's in July 2010.[15]. He scored 30 in the final test at the Oval to finish test series at 2–2. Following the exclusion of middle-order stalwarts Younus Khan and Mohammad Yousuf from the Pakistani team in 2010, Ali was drafted into the lineup for the Test series against Australia and England in July 2010. While Sri Lankan commentator Russel Arnold enjoyed biryani in Karachi’s stadium, the series turned out to be a massive success. [31] Ali scored his 3rd ODI hundred in the 3rd match of the series and became the first Pakistani captain to score 3 centuries as captain. While this decision was opposed by many, Ali seemed determined to take the Pakistani team right on top. Qalandars retained him as a player. Read about Azhar Ali's Profile, Latest News, Articles, Career updates only on ESPNcricinfo.com. [30]Babar Azam scored record 3 back to back centuries and Pakistan won the 2nd match by 59 runs. Azhar Ali, on the other hand, dismissed the 50-over format cricket one year after his dismissal and announced to focus only on Test cricket. [27] Ali scored most of the runs in this series, and became the Fastest Pakistani batsman to 1000 ODI runs, scoring them in only 21 innings. Abid Ali was then joined by Azhar on the field. Find Azhar Ali's Records, Biography, Centuries, Runs, wickets. 939 Azhar Ali's aggregate as an opener in Tests in 2016; among Pakistani openers only Mohsin Khan scored more in a year. The duo took the team over the 50-run mark but soon after that, Jamieson picked his first wicket of the day, removing Abid (25). He scored 183 runs in 7 matches for Lahore Qalandars . Only player to make a triple-hundred in the UAE. Opening batsman Abid Ali, captain Babar Azam and Azhar Ali all scored centuries against Sri Lanka in the last test match here in December 2019 … One of five Pakistani batsmen to score 1000 Test runs in a calendar year. 8th quickest to score 1000 runs in ODIs (in terms of innings), and 4th quickest Pakistani, behind. He said, "Azhar is in the form of his life at the moment and he gives us confidence to play our natural game, When you see him at the other end, it makes you bat positively".[29]. [37] Azhar was named as the captain of the Test side in his place. [31] Ali scored his 3rd ODI hundred in the 3rd match of the series and became the first Pakistani captain to score 3 centuries as captain. [32] Also Pakistan won the test match series 2–1 and Azhar ali scored 300 in the first test match. Ali scored his maiden Test century on 26 October 2011 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai against Sri Lanka. He played 7 matches and scored 180 runs in the Tournament. He played for the last time against New Zealand in January 2018 and scored 1,845 runs at an average of 36.9 in 53 ODIs, including 3 centuries and 12 half centuries. He only scored well in Test series. [34] Despite this, his contribution from the bat and with captaincy was below par throughout the ODI series. PCB and coach Mickey Arthur backed him and he was retained as ODI skipper against West Indies in UAE. The tournament was disappointing as Pakistan lost all three ODIs. He scored half centuries in both innings of the first Test, and helped Pakistan, chasing an improbable 451, avoid defeat with a crucial fourth-innings partnership with the returning Younus Khan. Azhar Ali and Mohammad Rizwan scored valiant half-centuries to keep Pakistan in the game. Only Pakistani batsman to make two double-hundreds in a year (2016). [20] Following these disastrous collapses Mohammad Yousuf was recalled to the squad and Amin lost his place, but Ali was given another opportunity and found his feet in the third Test, scoring an unbeaten 92. — Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) November 22, 2020 The Lahore-born batsman was removed as the frontman in the five-day format after being criticised for his performances and leadership qualities. Up against a bowling attack in the form of their lives, though, Azhar resolved to keep an eye out for opportunities to keep the scoring rate ticking. He scored his second ODI century in front of the home crowd in the second ODI. [11] Ali subsequently scored a century in his debut match for Somerset, against Worcestershire. In the second innings, he scored 42 as Pakistan lost the match by 150 runs. Pakistan won the first match by 111 Runs making it the 4th highest winning margin against west indies by Pakistan. [4][5], In August 2018, he was one of thirty-three players to be awarded a central contract for the 2018–19 season by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). [9][10] Ali was appointed captain of Lahore Qalandars in the first edition of Pakistan Super League. [11] Ali subsequently scored a century in his debut match for Somerset, against Worcestershire. Shan Masood, Abid Ali, Azhar Ali and Babar Azam notched up respective centuries It has been a brilliant show by Pakistan batsmen so far in the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka in Karachi. Azhar Ali has scored only 2 centuries since the start of 2018. [17] [30]Babar Azam scored record 3 back to back centuries and Pakistan won the 2nd match by 59 runs. [38], In June 2020, he was named as the Test captain of a 29-man squad for Pakistan's tour to England during the COVID-19 pandemic. In four seasons since, he's been averaging 40-plus with 11 hundreds, commendable figures in a country where opening is a modern-day curse. The wicket-keeper batsman had managed 4 half centuries in his last 11 Test appearances, since the start of 2018. Ali has worked his way steadily up Pakistan's domestic scene since 2006. [20] Ali was criticized for his captaincy as well as low personal scoring rate. [39][40] In July, he was shortlisted in Pakistan's 20-man squad for the Test matches against England. He struggled in the first two Tests against England, recording a 32-ball duck during the second match as Pakistan were bundled out for 72. [34] Despite this, his contribution from the bat and with captaincy was below par throughout the ODI series. [26], Pakistan's quest for ICC Champions Trophy qualification received a significant boost against Sri Lanka. Ali came to the side with good scores of 62 and 101, his maiden ODI century but could not prevent his team from the whitewash. 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