Sporting icons : Inzamam-ul-Haq- Pakistani batting stalwart - Career HLs , video

 


Inzamam-ul-Haq was born on March 3, 1970, in Multan, Pakistan. He was one of Pakistan’s greatest batsmen, known for his calm demeanor, exceptional timing, and ability to play under pressure. Inzamam was a technically sound middle-order batsman who could anchor innings as well as accelerate when required. He played a crucial role in Pakistan’s success during the 1990s and early 2000s and later served as the team’s captain and chief selector.

Style of Play

Inzamam was a classical right-handed batsman with a strong technique and elegant stroke play. He was known for his ability to pace his innings perfectly, shifting gears when necessary. Despite his large frame, he had remarkable agility when playing his shots, particularly his flicks and drives. He was strong on pulls & hooks off genuine quick bowling .  While he wasn’t the quickest runner between the wickets, he made up for it with his excellent placement and shot selection.

Batting, Bowling & Fielding Records

Test Cricket
  • Matches: 120
  • Runs: 8,829
  • Batting Average: 49.60
  • 100s/50s: 25/46
  • Highest Score: 329
  • Wickets: 3
  • Catches: 81
One Day Internationals (ODIs)
  • Matches: 378
  • Runs: 11,739
  • Batting Average: 39.52
  • 100s/50s: 10/83
  • Highest Score: 137*
  • Wickets: 3
  • Catches: 113



First-Class Cricket
  • Matches: 245
  • Runs: 19,571
  • Batting Average: 50.10
  • 100s/50s: 57/101
  • Highest Score: 329

Career Highlights

  • Played a match-winning knock of 60 in the 1992 World Cup semi-final* against New Zealand, leading Pakistan to victory.
  • Became Pakistan’s highest run-scorer in Test cricket (until later surpassed by Younis Khan).
  • Scored a triple century (329) against New Zealand in Lahore in 2002, one of the highest Test scores by a Pakistani.
  • Served as Pakistan’s captain from 2003 to 2007, leading the team in both Tests and ODIs.
  • Played a vital role in Pakistan’s 1999 World Cup campaign, finishing as one of the top scorers.
  • Led Pakistan to a Test series win in India (2005), their first in nearly two decades.

Major Batting Innings

  • 60 vs New Zealand, 1992 World Cup Semi-Final* – One of the most crucial knocks in Pakistan’s cricket history, ensuring their spot in the final.
  • 329 vs New Zealand (2002, Lahore) – A dominating display of batting that remains one of the highest Test scores by a Pakistani.
  • 138 vs Bangladesh (2003, Multan)* – A heroic knock that helped Pakistan win a Test after being in a losing position.
  • 184 vs India (2005, Bangalore) – A series-winning century on Indian soil, marking one of Pakistan’s greatest Test victories.
  • 123 vs West Indies (1993, Sharjah) – A brilliant ODI century under pressure, leading Pakistan to victory.

Legacy

  • Regarded as one of Pakistan’s greatest batsmen, known for his calmness under pressure and match-winning abilities.
  • Played a key role in Pakistan’s first and only ODI World Cup win (1992).
  • Inspired a generation of cricketers, including Babar Azam, Younis Khan, and Mohammad Yousuf.
  • Later became Pakistan’s chief selector, overseeing the development of new talent.
  • Remembered for his sportsmanship, leadership, and elegant batting that left a lasting impact on world cricket.

Watch Imzamam's masterful century in England at Old Trafford in 2000

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