Babar Azam vs Rohit Sharma

Babar Azam: Babar Azam made his Test debut on October 13, 2016, against the West Indies in Dubai. Having played 52 Tests, he has accumulated 3898 runs at an impressive average of 45.85. Babar's ability to anchor innings and play long, patient knocks has earned him nine centuries and 26 half-centuries.

His highest Test score of 196 came during the first Test match between Pakistan and South Africa in Karachi in January 2021. Just four runs shy of what would have been a well-deserved double century, he fell agonizingly short, caught behind off the bowling of Keshav Maharaj for 196. These traits him have made him one of the key players in fantasy cricket.

Rohit Sharma: Rohit Sharma's Test journey began on November 6, 2013, against the West Indies in Kolkata. After establishing himself as a key player in limited-overs cricket, Rohit faced the challenge of proving his mettle in the traditional format. In a memorable debut, he seized the opportunity with both hands, scoring a magnificent century in the first innings.

So far, he has scored 4136 runs in Test cricket, averaging 45.46. He's notched up 12 centuries and 17 fifties. His highest score in Test cricket is 212, achieved against South Africa in 2019 in Ranchi. In fantasy cricket teams, Rohit always finds a prominent place in fantasy cricket sides.

Babar Azam: Moving on to ODIs, Babar has made a significant impact with 117 matches under his belt, accumulating 5729 runs at an impressive average of 56.72. He's registered 19 centuries and 32 fifties. Despite not having a double century to his name, Babar's highest score of 158 underscores his ability to anchor the innings and guide Pakistan to formidable totals.

He marked his ODI debut on May 31, 2015, against Zimbabwe in Lahore. On debut, his potential was seen with a composed innings of 54 runs, laying the foundation for future success in the format. Since then, Babar has emerged as one of the leading run-scorers in ODIs.

Rohit Sharma: Rohit Sharma's ODI journey began on June 23, 2007, against Ireland in Belfast. Over the years, Rohit's ODI career has blossomed into one of the most prolific in cricket history, highlighted by his record-breaking feats. His ODI record is equally remarkable as Babar's, with 262 matches yielding 10709 runs at an average of 49.12.

His tally includes an impressive 31 centuries, with the highlight being his three double centuries. His first double century came against Australia in 2013, followed by monumental innings against Sri Lanka in 2014 and 2017. Rohit's ability to consistently deliver under pressure makes him stand out.

Babar Azam: When it comes to the shortest format of the game, Babar Azam's numbers continue to impress. Having represented Pakistan in 112 T20Is, he has amassed 3749 runs at an average of 41.19 and a strike rate of 129.00. Babar's ability to score consistently is evident from his tally of three centuries and 33 fifties. His adaptability and stroke-making make him a vital cog in Pakistan's T20 setup.

Rohit Sharma: In the T20I arena, Rohit Sharma's contributions have been instrumental in India's success. With 151 matches yielding 3974 runs at an average and strike rate of 31.79 and 139.97, respectively, Rohit's ability to score briskly at the top of the order is invaluable. His five centuries in T20Is highlight his ability to dictate terms to the bowlers and set the tone for the innings.

In conclusion, Babar Azam and Rohit Sharma are two of the most talented batsmen in modern cricket, each possessing unique strengths and abilities and hence, are always preferred picks in fantasy cricket teams across all the three formats. In the two longer formats, Rohit has an edge over Babar but in the shortest format, the Pakistan captain has done better than the Indian captain.