A Memorable Asia Cup Moment
The Asia Cup 2025 delivered a historic moment for Pakistan cricket. Sahibzada Farhan became the first Pakistani batter to hit Bumrah for six. It may sound like a small detail, but against a bowler like Jasprit Bumrah, it’s a big achievement.
Bumrah’s Reputation
Since his international debut in 2016, Bumrah has built a reputation as one of the world’s most feared fast bowlers. With his unplayable yorkers and pinpoint accuracy, he rarely gives batters any room, especially in high-pressure matches.
Over the years, Pakistan’s batters have faced him many times across different formats, but none had managed to clear the ropes against him — until now.
Farhan Breaks the Streak
Farhan stepped in with confidence and played a fearless shot that changed the narrative. Off a well-directed delivery, he managed to connect cleanly and send the ball sailing over the boundary.
That single strike ended Bumrah’s long streak of never being hit for a six by a Pakistani batter. It was more than just a shot — it was a statement.
Who Else Has Done It
While no Pakistani had cleared him before, a few international players have managed to hit Bumrah for six across formats.
| Player | Team | Format (where six was hit) |
|---|---|---|
| AB de Villiers | South Africa | Test cricket |
| Jos Buttler | England | Test cricket |
| Moeen Ali | England | Test cricket |
| Adil Rashid | England | Test cricket |
| Sam Konstas | Australia | Test cricket |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Pakistan | T20I (Asia Cup 2025) |
Why This Matters
For Pakistan, this wasn’t simply about six runs. It was about breaking through a barrier against one of cricket’s toughest bowlers.
Bumrah has dominated world cricket for nearly a decade, and Farhan’s six showed that even the best can be challenged.
Moments like this give players confidence and inspire teams in the heat of big rivalries.
A New Chapter in the Rivalry
The India–Pakistan rivalry has always been about small moments creating big headlines. Farhan’s six has already earned its place in cricket history, adding spice to an already intense contest.
It reminded everyone that in cricket, one delivery can change the story — and this time, it gave Pakistan something to celebrate against one of the greatest bowlers of the modern era.
