Babar Azam Pakistani Cricketer, Biography, Age, Family, Net Worth & Career (2026)

Babar Azam, the captain of the Pakistan National Cricket Team is currently considered one of the batsmen in the world across all forms of the game. As of July 2022 Azam is the ICCs number one ODI and T20I batsman and fourth in the Test rankings. Here is complete Babar Azam biography is available that describes everything about him.

The handed top-order batsman made his international debut against Zimbabwe in an ODI in 2015. Azam made his debut against England in September 2016 and he played his first red-ball game against the West Indies in October 2016. The batsman currently has a batting average of than 45 in all three formats: 47.26 in Tests, 59.22 in ODIs and 45.52 in T20Is. Read Babar Azam biography

How old is Babar Azam. When was he born?

Babar Azam was born on 15 October 1994 in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. As of June 2026 that makes him 31 years old. His birthday falls each year on 15 October. Multiple records, including his Pakistan Cricket Board profile and Wikipedia list the 1994 date of birth so this figure is stable rather than time-sensitive. Babar Azam grew up in Lahore. Came through Pakistan’s domestic system captaining the Pakistan Under-19 side at the 2012 Under-19 World Cup before his senior debut.

General Information

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🏏 Career Stats (International) — Debut to Present

Test Career

• Test Debut: 13 October 2016 vs West Indies (Dubai) — scored 69 in first innings
• Last Test: 9 September 2026 vs England
• Reappointed Pakistan Test Captain: 5 July 2026

ODI Career

• ODI Debut: 31 May 2015 vs Zimbabwe
• Last ODI: 16 November 2025 vs Sri Lanka (scored his 20th ODI century, equalling Saeed Anwar’s Pakistan record)

T20I Career

• T20I Debut: 7 September 2016 vs England
• Last T20I: 24 February 2026 vs England
• Record: All-time highest run-scorer in T20Is (surpassed Rohit Sharma’s 4,231 on 31 October 2025); most fifties in T20I history (surpassed Virat Kohli in Feb 2026)

Career Summary

Babar Azam’s Age and Early Life

Babar Azam’s date of birth is “15 October 1994”. He is currently 29 years of age. By the October of 2025 he will be 31 years old. Babar was born within a family of cricketers which includes his cousins in cricket who have represented Pakistan at the global stage – “Kamran Akmal, Umar Akmal and Adnan Akmal”.

Babar was raised in a family that encouraged him to pursue cricket. He began his baseline career in street cricket. Easily transitioned to domestic cricket. His skills were apparent during his childhood. However he was still able to finish all his education in Lahore. Information regarding his schooling is unavailable at this time.

Babar Azam Family

Babar Azam comes from a knit cricket-loving family in Lahore, Punjab. Raised in an environment his passion for cricket was nurtured by his parents and inspired by his cousins Kamran and Umar Akmal both professional cricketers.

Babar Azam Father

Babar’s father, Azam Siddique has played a role in his life and career. Azam Siddique’s guidance and encouragement have been instrumental in shaping Babar’s discipline focus and love for the game.

Babar Azam Mother

Babar Azam’s mother, Mrs. Siddiqui has been a source of support and inspiration. She has played a role in his upbringing fostering the values of hard work and humility that define Babar’s character today.

Babar Azam Brother

Babar has a brother named Safeer Azam in some sources. The siblings share a bond and Safeer has been supportive of Babar’s cricketing ambitions contributing to the family’s shared love for the sport.

Babar Azam Sister

Babar Azam does not have any sisters. His immediate family, as publicly known includes his parents and brother.

Babar Azam Relationships

Babar Azam keeps his life private and away from the public eye. As of now there are no confirmed reports of him being in a relationship. He prefers to focus on his cricketing career.

Babar Azam Girlfriend

There is no known information about Babar Azam girlfriend. He has not shared details about his life maintaining a low profile when it comes to personal relationships.

What is Babar Azam’s worth?

Babar Azam’s net worth is estimated at 5 million US dollars as of 2025 according to cricket-finance reporting from outlets such as CricTracker and Zee News. No official figure is. Estimates vary between about 5 and 6 million dollars. The table below converts that central 2025 estimate across three currencies. Conversions use mid-2025 exchange rates and should be read as indicative not exact.

His income streams sit behind these numbers. He held a Pakistan Cricket Board contract moved to the Category B tier for the 2025-26 cycle at a reported PKR 3 million per month and earns as Peshawar Zalmi’s marquee Pakistan Super League player.

He was also signed as a Platinum-category pick by the Sydney Sixers for Big Bash League season 15 in 2025-26. Endorsement deals with brands including Pepsi and a bat-sponsorship arrangement with CA Sports add income.

His off-field value is amplified by a social following across Instagram and X which keeps him among Pakistan’s most marketable cricketers even after stepping down from the national captaincy. TheCricScope treats the headline net-worth band as a verifiable estimate; figures for individual contracts and endorsements are best read as reporting rather than audited accounts.

PSL Salary

Babar Azam plays for the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). He is one of the paid players in the league and his salary has increased over the years as he has progressed from the Silver category to the Platinum category. In the 2023 season he was reportedly paid the equivalent of $170,000 ( INR 1.24 crore).

Endorsments

Babar Azam has a large social media following, which makes him a valuable asset for brands. He has endorsement deals with a number of companies, including Oppo, Head & Shoulders HBL and Huawei. These deals can be worth millions of rupees per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the age of Babar Azam?

Babar Azam age is 32 Years, his date of birth Oct 15 1994 horoscope Libra, place of birth Lahore, Pakistan, nationality as Pakistani and residence Lahore, Pakistan.

When is Babar Azam birthday?

Babar Azam birthday is celebrated on October 15 1994.

What is the Profession of Babar Azam?

Babar Azam is an Pakistani Cricketer, by profession.

What is Babar education?

Babar education is Graduated.

What is the height of Babar?

Babar height is 5 feet 9 inches (1.78 m).

What is the weight of Babar?

Babar weight 73 KG.