In a lighthearted moment before the PSL 2025 restart, Lahore Qalandars’ destructive English batter Sam Billings made a light-hearted dig at Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam for hitting one of the slowest half-centuries in the tournament’s ongoing season.
Sam Billings recently posted an Instagram Story that gained instant attention from PSL fans. The post displayed a stat comparison of the quickest and slowest fifties in PSL 2025. Billings had a chuckle at the fact that he had achieved his half-century in 19 balls, whereas Babar Azam achieved the same in 47 balls in a T20 game.
Fans responded with laughter and delight, as the tale teasingly highlighted the difference between Billings’ pugnacious style and Babar’s calmer approach.
The Context Behind the Numbers
Billings’s record fifty against Quetta Gladiators was thrilling to watch as he produced a powerful and dauntless exhibition of batting. Babar Azam’s equally slow innings were against Islamabad United when he captained Peshawar Zalmi. Even though his overall record has been good, this knock earned him criticism from fans and analysts alike for the lack of aggression that is expected in T20 cricket.
A Gentle Tease, Not a Serious Feud
Although the post appears to be a dig, it’s commonly known to be in jest. There is a history of professionalism and respect between both players, and such playful exchanges are nothing new in contemporary cricket—particularly on social media.
Such light-hearted exchanges tend to boost fan interaction and add spice to the rivalries within competitions like the PSL.
PSL 2025 To Resume Shortly
The rest of the Pakistan Super League 2025 will return on May 17, with the grand final being held on May 25 at Lahore’s historic Gaddafi Stadium.
Earlier, the league had been postponed indefinitely amid heightened regional tensions and security issues resulting from Indian aggression. Nevertheless, reassurances and new security measures notwithstanding, the league is poised to return with vigor.
Looking Ahead
With the PSL in full swing and players already generating buzz on social media, the fans are eagerly looking forward to the action on the pitch. Whether it’s through record-breaking performances or sassy banter, players like Billings and Babar are keeping the essence of the game alive.
