Key Takeaways:
Shoaib Malik started playing international cricket in 1999.
He has 3 Test hundreds, 9 ODI hundreds, and 0 T20I hundreds.
Malik’s best performances include a double century, match-saving innings, and key match-winning knocks.
Shoaib Malik’s 20+ year career has been filled with remarkable performances across all formats. From a monumental 245 in Tests to key match-winning knocks, his versatility as a batsman, bowler, and fielder has made him a Pakistan cricket legend. We will talk about his records till now Below.
Shoaib Malik has been playing international cricket since 1999 and he has not yet fully retired. He has played 35 Test Matches for Pakistan and in those Matches he has made 1898 runs at an average of 35.18 with 3 Test hundreds and 1 Double Hundred as well. In the ODI format he has played 287 ODI Matches and he has scored 7534 runs at an average of 34.56 with 9 ODI hundreds and in the T20I format he has played 124 matches till now and has made 2435 runs at an average of 31.22. Let’s look at his Top 5 best innings.
What are Shoaib Malik's Best Innings in international cricket?
Shoaib Malik’s best innings include 245 vs England (2015), *148 vs Sri Lanka (2006), 111* vs West Indies (2002) his first ODI century that led Pakistan to victory, 143 vs India (2004) and 101 vs West Indies (2017)
Top 5 Best Innings of Shoaib Malik
245 vs England (2015)
Shoaib Malik's career-defining batting performance came against England in 2015, where he scored a monumental 245 runs in a Test match. Batting first, he faced 420 balls, hitting 24 fours and 4 sixes, accumulating 120 runs in boundaries. With a strike rate of 58.33, his innings was a testament to his skill and resilience. Although the match ended in a draw, this innings was a fitting highlight for Malik's Test career.
148* vs Sri Lanka (2006)
One of Shoaib Malik's most remarkable match-saving innings came in 2006 against Sri Lanka, a team with one of the best bowling attacks at the time. Pakistan needed to bat out 120+ overs to save the Test match, and Malik stepped up as an opener. He played a gritty 369-ball innings, hitting 21 fours and 2 sixes, with a strike rate of 40.11. His determination and resilience allowed Pakistan to save the Test, showcasing his ability to battle through challenging situations.
111* vs West Indies (2002)
Shoaib Malik's first ODI century was a match-winning performance that made him a global star. Batting at number 4, Malik played a composed 130-ball innings, hitting 9 fours and 1 six. His ability to build an innings and anchor the Pakistan team led them to a 51-run victory. Despite not having an explosive strike rate, the quality and impact of the innings made it one of the best debut ODI hundreds ever.
143 vs India (2004)
Shoaib Malik's highest ODI score came against India in 2004, and it was a spectacular innings under immense pressure. Facing one of the fiercest rivalries in cricket, Malik played a blistering knock of 143 runs from 127 balls, including 18 fours and 1 six, amassing 78 runs in boundaries. With a strike rate of 112.60, his aggressive approach guided Pakistan to a 59-run victory. This innings remains one of the standout moments of his career, showcasing his ability to thrive in high-pressure situations.
101* vs West Indies (2017)
The final performance in this article is a match-winning knock by Shoaib Malik against the West Indies in 2017, towards the latter part of his ODI career. Chasing 234, Pakistan found themselves in a challenging situation, but Malik's brilliant century steered them to victory. He faced 111 balls, hitting 10 fours and 2 sixes, with a strike rate of 90.99. His composed and aggressive innings helped Pakistan win by 6 wickets, proving his value in crucial moments.
Shoaib Malik Stats
Format | Test Cricket | ODI Cricket | T20I |
Matches | 35 | 287 | 124 |
Innings | 60 | 258 | 111 |
Runs | 1,898 | 7,534 | 2,435 |
Highest Score | 245 | 143* | 75 |
Average | 35.1 | 34.5 | 31.2 |
Strike Rate | 45.7 | 81.9 | 125.6 |
100s | 3 | 9 | 0 |
50s | 8 | 44 | 9 |
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