Pakistan all-rounder, Imad Wasim, commended his skipper Babar Azam for his outstanding century in the second T20I against New Zealand in Lahore on Saturday.

Azam played a blistering innings of 101 runs off 58 balls, including 11 fours and three sixes, at a strike rate of 174.13.

While conversing with the Pakistan captain after the match, Wasim stated that he believes the right-handed batsman is currently the best player in the world.

“I have seen many innings but this was at the top of the line in my opinion, especially the way he [Babar] carried on after we lost three wickets. The wicket was holding as well. But the way he played was simply brilliant. There's no doubt that he's the best player in the world,” said Wasim.

Azam expressed his delight on completing his third T20I century and added that the team boasts of both experienced and promising young bowlers, who have played a vital role in their success.

"I am very happy to perform in this match," said Babar. "I had two good partnerships and then our bowling was once again excellent. We have got experienced and exciting young bowlers who gave us back-to-back wins."

Pakistan now lead the five-match series 2-0 with the last three matches in Lahore (April 17) and Rawalpindi (April 20 and 24).