How Has Babar Azam Performed At Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium?

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On Wednesday, Pakistan will engage in a high-stakes battle with Bangladesh in the first Test of the much-anticipated two-match series at Rawalpindi International Cricket Stadium. 

The game is of paramount importance for Pakistan, as they strive to keep their WTC final hopes alive by securing a win. 

Meanwhile, Bangladesh seem spirited under Najmul Hossain Shanto's leadership. Barring the skipper, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim will play crucial roles for the Tigers in the absence of Mahmudul Hasan Joy, who has been ruled out of the series. 

For Pakistan, experienced batter Babar Azam will be the player to watch in the series. Given his reputation and stellar record against Bangladesh, Babar's performance could be a game-changer in this high-voltage series. 

So, as the stage is set for a nail-biting face-off, let's see how Babar has performed at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. 

Babar Azam's Test record in Rawalpindi

Matches
5
Innings7
Runs506
Average84.33
Strike rate70.28
100s/50s3/1
Ducks0

As mentioned in the table above, Babar Azam has played five Test matches in Rawalpindi. He has showcased incredible batting attributes at the venue, amassing 506 runs at a magnificent average of 84.33. His scoring rate of 70.28 signifies he enjoys batting here and scores at a really good pace. 

Importantly, Babar has slammed four scores of more than fifty in Rawalpindi, converting three of them into tons. More objectively, he has converted 75 per cent of his fifties into hundreds in Rawalpindi. 

Overall, his Test record in Rawalpindi is extraordinary, and he could be a game-changer for Pakistan in this match.