Saim Ayub Registers Sixth Duck of 2025
Pakistan’s left-handed opener Saim Ayub was dismissed for a duck against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup T20 2025. This marks his fourth duck in the tournament and his sixth in the calendar year, equaling the T20 world record for most ducks in a year. The dismissal adds to Ayub’s tough run of form in international T20s.
Joins Richard Ngarava in Unwanted Record
With this latest failure, Ayub now joins Zimbabwe’s Richard Ngarava, who also recorded six ducks in 2024. The match, played in the UAE, has placed Ayub in the record books — but for the wrong reasons. The unwanted milestone highlights a challenging period for the young Pakistani talent.
Struggles with Consistency Continue
Despite showing early promise, Ayub has failed to convert starts into big scores throughout 2025. His inability to stay at the crease under pressure has raised questions about his spot in the national side. Many fans and experts believe that the lack of consistency is now affecting both his confidence and the team’s top-order stability.
Pakistan’s Top Order Under Review
Ayub’s repeated dismissals may force Pakistan’s team management to reconsider their opening combination in upcoming matches. With more crucial T20 fixtures ahead, Ayub needs to regain form quickly to stay in contention. The pressure is mounting, and a turnaround is essential if he wants to cement his place in Pakistan’s T20 plans.
The coming weeks will be crucial for Ayub as he looks to recover from this slump and avoid setting a new, unwanted record.
