Sufyan Moqim delivered an outstanding performance in the Pakistan Super League 2026, establishing himself as one of the tournament’s standout bowlers.
The left-arm spinner claimed 22 wickets across 11 matches at an average of 14.40 and an economy rate of 7.20, finishing as the highest wicket-taker in the competition. His consistent performances alongside Babar Azam at Peshawar Zalmi demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest domestic T20 level.
Moqim’s performances in recent tournaments have caught the attention of senior figures in Pakistani cricket. Azam, who worked directly with the spinner during the PSL 2026 season, backed the young bowler to make a significant contribution to the country’s cricket in the years ahead.
“Sufyan is an asset for Pakistan. Going forward, he will serve Pakistan a lot,” Azam was quoted as saying on X.
Babar Azam’s assessment of Moqim’s potential
Babar Azam’s public backing of Moqim underscores the spinner’s value to Pakistan’s cricket programme. The Peshawar Zalmi captain identified the left-arm spinner as a crucial asset for the national team’s future bowling requirements. Moqim’s consistency with the ball throughout the PSL 2026 season demonstrated his readiness to contribute at the international level.
International performances and overseas exposure
Moqim was included in Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the Asian Games 2026. During the tournament, he took 3 wickets for 26 runs off 3 overs in Pakistan’s semi-final victory against Bangladesh, demonstrating his ability to perform in high-pressure matches. However, he remained wicketless in the final against India, which Pakistan lost by 19 runs.
In the 2026 Caribbean Premier League, Moqim played for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, taking 12 wickets in 6 matches at an average of 9.00 with an economy rate of 6.00. His performances across multiple formats and competitions established him as a promising prospect for Pakistan’s future bowling plans. The left-arm spinner’s trajectory across domestic and international competitions highlighted his potential to serve Pakistan’s cricket programme for years to come.
Pakistan’s next assignment is a three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, starting on October 11. All three matches will be played in Rawalpindi.