In 20 years of PSL, Harry Brook has the highest batting average of 52.8, after playing only 10 matches in a single edition. Babar Azam follows with an average above 45, proving his long-term consistency. Players like Kusal Mendis, Tim David, and Rassie van der Dussen also have strong averages above 39.
There are 4 key foreign players in this list: Harry Brook, Kusal Mendis, Tim David, and Rassie van der Dussen. All have averages above 39. In this blog, we have covered the best batting averages of PSL batters who have played 10 or more matches in this league. To know about them, keep reading this blog.
Best Batting Average in PSL
Here are the top 10 batters with the highest average after playing at least 10 matches in PSL.
| Player | Matches | Average | Runs | Highest Score | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Brook | 10 | 52.8 | 264 | 102* | 0 |
| Babar Azam | 103 | 45.52 | 3961 | 115 | 37 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 19 | 45 | 585 | 100* | 5 |
| Kusal Mendis | 11 | 44.28 | 310 | 109 | 0 |
| Tim David | 22 | 43.21 | 605 | 71 | 4 |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 97 | 41.34 | 2853 | 110* | 21 |
| Rassie van der Dussen | 16 | 39.64 | 555 | 104* | 3 |
| Usman Khan | 29 | 38.76 | 1008 | 120 | 4 |
| Kieron Pollard | 53 | 38.3 | 1149 | 73 | 6 |
| Tamim Iqbal | 20 | 37.81 | 605 | 80* | 4 |
1. Harry Brook: 2022
Harry Brook played only 1 PSL season but made a strong impact. He is an attacking top-order batter who starts hitting from the first ball. He has the best average in PSL with 52.8, the only batter having an average above 50.
After PSL, he became one of England’s top batters in all formats. Even with a short stay, he showed his quality. If he returns, he will be a top pick because of his powerful and fearless batting.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 264 | 102* | 52.8 | 154 | 171.42 | 1 | 0 | 23 | 11 |
2. Babar Azam: 2016–2026
Babar Azam is one of the best batters in PSL history. He has played for 10 seasons and is the most consistent run-scorer. He has scored 3964 runs at an average of 45.56, showing amazing consistency.
He builds his innings calmly and scores in every situation. In 2026, he is leading the Peshawar Zalmi and is their key player. His average above 45 proves he performs well every season.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2026 | 103 | 101 | 14 | 3,964 | 111 | 45.56 | 3,090 | 128.28 | 2 | 37 | 943 | 96 |
3. Hasan Nawaz: 2023–2026
Hasan Nawaz is a young and exciting batter from Pakistan. He plays in the middle order and is known for his attacking style. His strike rate is around 148, at an average of 45.
In PSL 2026, he is playing for Quetta Gladiators and has performed very well in the early matches. Even though he is new, he is quickly becoming a player who can finish games in the last overs.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2026 | 19 | 17 | 4 | 585 | 100* | 45 | 396 | 147.72 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 6 |
4. Kusal Mendis: 2025–2026
Kusal Mendis is one of Sri Lanka’s top white-ball players and a good wicketkeeper. He is a right-handed batter who can play both slow and attacking innings based on the situation.
He joined PSL in 2025 and had a strong start, averaging 44.28. In 2026, he is playing for Peshawar Zalmi with Babar Azam.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–2026 | 11 | 8 | 1 | 310 | 94 | 44.28 | 177 | 175.14 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 12 |
5. Tim David: 2021–2023
Tim David is one of the most dangerous power hitters in T20 cricket. He averages 43.21 and has a strike rate to 179.52 which shows he scores quickly and big. He is known for hitting big sixes and finishing matches in just a few balls.
Even though he played only a few PSL matches, he made a strong impact. His ability in the last 5 overs makes him a very valuable player for any team.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2023 | 22 | 22 | 8 | 605 | 71 | 43.21 | 337 | 179.52 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 43 |
6. Mohammad Rizwan: 2016–2026
Mohammad Rizwan is one of the most reliable players in PSL. He has played 97 matches and scored nearly 3,000 runs at an average of 41.34, showing great consistency. He may not play flashy shots, but he is very effective.
He rotates strike well and speeds up when needed. In 2026, he moved from Multan Sultans to Rawalpindi. A player with an average above 40 always delivers strong performances.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2026 | 97 | 86 | 17 | 2,853 | 110* | 41.34 | 2,214 | 128.86 | 2 | 21 | 626 | 27 |
7. Rassie van der Dussen: 2023–2026
Rassie van der Dussen is a smart and stylish middle-order batter who joined the PSL in 2023. He has played 16 matches and averages 39.64, showing strong consistency.
His highest score is 104*, proving he can play big innings when needed. He starts slowly and builds his innings, then attacks in the final overs. In PSL 2026, he will be an important player in the middle order.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2026 | 16 | 16 | 2 | 555 | 104* | 39.64 | 388 | 143.04 | 1 | 3 | 46 | 20 |
8. Usman Khan: 2021–2026
Usman Khan is a strong right-handed batter who can play both at the top and in the middle order. He is one of Pakistan’s rising players and has shown great form in PSL with the average of 38.76. His strike rate is 155.07, which shows his attacking style.
He has a highest score of 120, proving he can play big innings. In PSL 2026, he is playing for Hyderabad Kingsmen and is a key player. At just 25, he has many more seasons to shine.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2026 | 29 | 29 | 3 | 1,008 | 120 | 38.76 | 650 | 155.07 | 3 | 4 | 41 | 13 |
9. Kieron Pollard: 2017–2024
Kieron Pollard has played 53 matches and is known for his powerful performance. He scored almost 1,500 runs at a strike rate of 162, at an average of 38.3.
Pollard could hit big sixes, bowl useful overs, and field really well. He was a true match-winner for his team. Even though he is not active now, his impact in PSL is still remembered by fans.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–2024 | 53 | 48 | 18 | 1,149 | 73 | 38.3 | 708 | 162.28 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 97 |
10. Tamim Iqbal: 2016–2020
Tamim Iqbal played in the PSL for 5 seasons and was known for his calm and stylish batting. As a left-handed opener, his main job was to give a strong start.
He scored a high of 80 runs and had an impressive average of 37.81, which shows he was very consistent. His strike rate was about 113, which is a bit slow for T20, but he focused more on staying at the crease.
| Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2020 | 20 | 20 | 4 | 605 | 80* | 37.81 | 535 | 113.08 | 0 | 4 | 61 | 14 |
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Conclusion: Harry Brook Has The Highest Average In PSL
Harry Brook has the highest average in PSL history at 52.8, showing his strong impact in just one season. Players like Babar Azam, Kusal Mendis, and Tim David also have impressive averages above 40. These numbers highlight consistency and match-winning ability. Both local and foreign players have made PSL highly competitive. Keep following player stats and performances to stay updated and enjoy every exciting moment of PSL cricket!
