There was plenty of thrilling cricket action on show during the 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), especially in terms of batting. Fans witnessed some fantastic performances as players across teams did well in patches, if nothing else, during the tournament. These leading batsmen not only guided their respective teams with big scores, but also served the audience with many memorable moments.

This season was not cricket alone; it was a show of pure power, talent and passion.

1. Sahibzada Farhan (Islamabad United)
Matches: 12
Runs: 449
Average: 37.41
Strike Rate: 152.20
Fours: 52
Sixes: 21
Centuries: 1
Fifties:3
Best Performance: 106 vs Peshawar Zalmi

Sahibzada Farhan was the leading run scorer in the competition with 449 runs. His best contribution was a blazing 106 against Peshawar Zalmi that showcasing his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed.


2. Fakhar Zaman (Lahore Qalandars)
Matches: 13
Runs: 439
Average: 33.76
Strike Rate: 152.96
Fours: 46
Sixes: 24
Centuries: 0
Fifties: 4
Best Performance: 76 vs Karachi Kings

Fakhar Zaman’s hitting up the order gave Lahore Qalandars quickfire beginnings to their innings. He had scored his highest 76 runs vs Karachi Kings when he unleashed his powerful hitting on the bowlers.

3. Hassan Nawaz (Quetta Gladiators)
Matches: 10
Runs: 399
Average: 57.00
Strike Rate: 162.19
Fours: 20
Sixes: 28
Centuries: 1
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 100* vs Multan Sultans

Hassan Nawaz emerging star for Quetta Gladiators displaying the kind of maturity that belied his age. His not out 100 against multan sultan was incredible , the way he is build an inning is outstanding , his change the gear of runs when team need to accelerate and get the momentum from multan sultan.

4. Abdullah Shafique (Lahore Qalandars)
Matches: 13
Runs: 390
Average: 32.50
Strike Rate: 148.28
Fours: 37
Sixes: 16
Centuries: 0
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 66 vs Islamabad United

Lahore Qalandars were also served well in the middle order by Abdullah Shafique. His calm and collected 66 against Islamabad United played a big part in putting up a defendable total for his team.

5. James Vince (Karachi Kings)
Matches: 11
Runs: 378
Average: 37.80
Strike Rate: 148.23
Fours: 43
Sixes: 9
Centuries: 1
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 101 vs Quetta Gladiators

James Vince international career is on full display as he played numerous match winning innings for Karachi Kings. his sublime 101 against Quetta Gladiators was a mix of timing and brute force.

6. David Warner (Karachi Kings)
Matches: 11
Runs: 368
Average: 33.45
Strike Rate: 153.97
Fours: 46
Sixes: 11
Centuries: 0
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 86 vs Peshawar Zalmi

David Warner had an excellent first year with Karachi Kings in the PSL season, and maintained good form at the top of the order. One of the finest innings of the tournament was Warner’s explosive 86 against Peshawar Zalmi, showcasing that he still has plenty of punch left by showcasing an aggressive innings with seasoned experience – leading from the front.

7. Mohammad Rizwan (Multan Sultans)
Matches: 10
Runs: 367
Average: 52.42
Strike Rate: 139.54
Fours: 33
Sixes: 12
Centuries: 1
Fifties: 1
Best Performance: 105* vs Quetta Gladiators

Multan Sultans needed Mohammad Rizwan to be consistent and lead them. His 105 runs against the Quetta Gladiators were a great example of how to pace an innings.

8. Mohammad Naeem (Lahore Qalandars)
Matches: 12
Runs: 314
Average: 26.16
Strike Rate: 162.69
Fours: 29
Sixes: 23
Centuries: 0
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 65 vs Peshawar Zalmi

Mohammad Naeem, a rising star, had a big effect in his first PSL season. His aggressive 65 against Peshawar Zalmi showed that he could be a star in the future.


9. Babar Azam (Peshawar Zalmi)
Matches: 10
Runs: 288
Average: 36.00
Strike Rate: 128.57
Fours: 33
Sixes: 07
Centuries: 0
Fifties: 3
Best Performance: 94 vs Karachi Kings

In PSL 2025, Babar Azam was a key player for Peshawar Zalmi. He hit three fifties and scored 288 runs in ten games. He played a steady and smart innings against the Karachi Kings, where he scored 94 runs. Babar steady play kept Zalmi’s top order strong throughout the season.

10. Rilee Rossouw (Quetta Gladiators)
Matches: 11
Runs: 272
Average: 34.00
Strike Rate: 178.94
Fours: 37
Sixes: 13
Centuries: 1
Fifties: 0
Best Performance: 104 vs Lahore Qalandars

Rilee Rossouw distinctly emerged as a player for the Quetta Gladiators throughout PSL 2025. His ridiculous century against the Lahore Qalandars proved he could take a game from anywhere without needing much assistance. An incredible strike rate of 178.95, made Rossouw impossible for bowlers. He was undoubtedly one of the dangerous batters of the tournament. With his attacking style and experience, Rossouw provided great value to the Gladiators batting.


Conclusion

The 2025 season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) had everything fans could want – runs, plenty of drama, and batters for the stylish shorts. The top 10 run-scorers were spectacle, power and match-winners. The talents of these players were what every fan can appreciate; David Warner and Mohammad Rizwan have forever made their case and Mohammad Naeem and Hassan Nawaz have introduced us to their game for the first time! Together, they dazzled, entertained and created a delighted vibe amongst the crowds throughout the season. PSL 10 – it was more than cricket, it was a showcase of talent and plenty of fun.

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