Despite relinquishing the Test captaincy, Babar Azam’s popularity remains strong among Pakistan cricket fans, as evidenced by chants during the first Test against Bangladesh. The video showcasing this support has gone viral on social media, highlighting the enduring love for the star batter.
Pakistan has opted against making significant changes to its Test squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh, retaining key players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. Despite a disappointing T20 World Cup performance, the trio has been included, suggesting the board’s decision to move on from the tournament without disciplinary action. The squad also features two uncapped players, Mohammad Huraira and Kamran Ghulam, rewarded for their domestic performances.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has rejected requests for No Objection Certificates from Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi to participate in the Global T20 League, citing a busy international calendar. The decision was made to manage the workload of the players who are expected to be heavily involved in upcoming international matches.
Pakistan captain Babar Azam has sought the help of Australian power-hitting coach Shannon Young to improve his T20 batting skills after a disappointing performance in the recent World Cup. Babar, known for his elegant batting style, has often been criticized for his low strike rate in the shortest format. Young, who has coached Australian players like Glenn Maxwell and Jake Fraser-McGurk, is renowned for his expertise in power hitting and has helped numerous players enhance their abilities in this area. The meeting between Babar and Young in Lahore marks a significant step in the Pakistan captain’s quest to refine his T20 game and address his shortcomings.
In a thrilling T20I match between Pakistan and Ireland, Pakistan captain Babar Azam made history by equaling Virat Kohli’s record of most fifty-plus scores in men’s T20Is. Despite Pakistan’s defeat, Babar’s impressive batting performance brought some consolation to the team. The Pakistani batsman now stands alongside the Indian maestro with 38 fifty-plus scores in the shortest format of the game. Andrew Balbirnie’s exceptional half-century guided Ireland to a 5-wicket victory, giving them a 1-0 lead in the ongoing three-match series.
Actress Nazish Jahangir has taken her Instagram account private after a barrage of negative comments from cricket fans. The criticism stemmed from her response to a follower question asking how she would react if Babar Azam, the Pakistani captain, proposed marriage. Jahangir’s reply that she would decline led to an outpouring of disapproval from Azam’s fans. This incident showcases the influence of social media and the significant impact of public opinion.
Peshawar Zalmi Chairman Javed Afridi gifted a brand new MG HS Essence car to Pakistan Cricket Team captain Babar Azam for his remarkable century during PSL 9. The handover ceremony took place at the MG automotive plant in Lahore, where Afridi presented the keys to Azam.
Azam expressed his gratitude for the gift and praised the quality of the MG HS Essence, which is manufactured in Pakistan. MG Pakistan management and staff had the opportunity to take pictures and selfies with Azam.
Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam has been rewarded with a luxury car by his franchise owner, Javed Afridi, for his exceptional performance in the recently concluded Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9. Babar was the tournament’s leading run-scorer, amassing 569 runs in 11 innings with an impressive average of 56.90.
