'Babar Azam is no MS Dhoni that you brought him back': Pakistan openers fight on live TV
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Babar Azam is no MS Dhoni that you brought him back': Pakistan openers fight on live TV

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan openers Ahmed Shehzad and Imam-ul-Haq were involved in a heated debate over Babar Azam's captaincy and the state of Pakistan cricket under his leadership ahead of the team's T20 World Cup opener against hosts USA. During a T20 World Cup build-up show on Pakistan channel Geo TV, Shehzad was asked whether Babar Azam does favouritism while picking players for the national side. Pakistan's Babar Azam Shehzad criticised Babar Azam using strong words and even slammed the Pakistan Cricket Board for reinstating the latter as the white-ball captain just before the T20 World Cup. Imam and Ahmed Shehzad fight over Babar Azam's captaincy Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq and former batter Imran Nazir were also part of the show.

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Former Pakistan cricketer cites India example after humiliation in New Zealand: 'Look at the IPL...'
12 hours, 16 minutes ago

Former Pakistan cricketer cites India example after humiliation in New Zealand: 'Look at the IPL...'

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Former Pakistan player and PCB selector slammed national team’s dismal performance in the recent T20I series against New Zealand, highlighting issues in team management and selection. Image: AFP Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal did not hold back in his criticism of the national team’s dismal performance during the recent T20I series in New Zealand. The series ended in a humiliating …

NZ vs PAK, 5th T20: Pakistan skipper Agha not disheartened despite series defeat in New Zealand
2 days, 23 hours ago

NZ vs PAK, 5th T20: Pakistan skipper Agha not disheartened despite series defeat in New Zealand

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s T20 captain, Salman Ali Agha, is not disheartened by the 1-4 defeat in the just-concluded series in New Zealand and believes that the new faces tried out in the matches will eventually come through. “Look the conditions in New Zealand are normally challenging with the bounce, pace and movement in the pitches, so for players coming to play here …

Salman Ali Agha takes dig at Babar-Rizwan after record chase against New Zealand
1 week, 1 day ago

Salman Ali Agha takes dig at Babar-Rizwan after record chase against New Zealand

India Today  

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha took a veiled dig at senior players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan after his team thrashed New Zealand in a high-scoring affair on Friday, March 21. PAK vs NZ, 3rd T20I: FULL SCORECARD Salman Agha took to X after the team's win in the third T20I and wrote that no one in the current Pakistan …

After Hasan Nawaz's hundred, fans want Babar Azam, Rizwan to retire from T20Is
1 week, 1 day ago

After Hasan Nawaz's hundred, fans want Babar Azam, Rizwan to retire from T20Is

India Today  

Fans were in awe of the new-look Pakistan team after the nine-wicket win over New Zealand in T20Is. After Nawaz smashed the bowlers to all corners, fans demanded Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to retire from T20Is. “Happy Retirement Babar Azam and Mohd Rizwan from T20I format!” wrote one of the fans. Another fan wrote, “Long, long ago, the dinosaurs …

'Umar bhai, I'm having trouble...': Babar Azam turned to Akmal in desperate bid to fix alarming batting struggles
1 week, 2 days ago

'Umar bhai, I'm having trouble...': Babar Azam turned to Akmal in desperate bid to fix alarming batting struggles

Hindustan Times  

Babar Azam has found himself as a focus of criticism surrounding Pakistan cricket, with his ongoing struggles and lack of match-defining big scores creating a long barren spell for a player who was considered one of the best batters in the world not too long ago. Pakistan's Babar Azam attends a warm-up session before the start of the ICC Champions …

'Common in Pakistan to criticise, people wait to see us lose': Haris Rauf fires back at critics after defeat to NZ
1 week, 4 days ago

'Common in Pakistan to criticise, people wait to see us lose': Haris Rauf fires back at critics after defeat to NZ

Hindustan Times  

The situation for the Pakistan cricket team continues to deteriorate. The Salman Ali Agha-led side lost the second T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand by five wickets, and the visitors are now staring at another series loss. Haris Rauf fired back at critics, saying people back in Pakistan are waiting to see the team lose. Haris Rauf, who …

Pakistan cricket 'will continue to fall further': Inzamam-ul-Haq makes bleak prediction, laments 'too many changes'
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1 week, 4 days ago

Pakistan cricket 'will continue to fall further': Inzamam-ul-Haq makes bleak prediction, laments 'too many changes'

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan cricket has been lurching from one crisis to the next and former captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has called for the Pakistan Cricket Board to "learn from its mistakes" of the past two years and not repeat them. Pakistan recently hosted the 2025 Champions Trophy but reports now indicate that the PCB ended up incurring an 85 percent loss after spending INR …

Kyle Jamieson exposes Babar Azam-less Pakistan, picks 3 wickets in 11 balls to leave top-order in a shambles in 1st T20I
1 week, 6 days ago

Kyle Jamieson exposes Babar Azam-less Pakistan, picks 3 wickets in 11 balls to leave top-order in a shambles in 1st T20I

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan's hope to put behind a horrendous Champions Trophy campaign, where they suffered a group-stage exit in the home tournament, started on a disappointing note. In the opening game of the T20I series against New Zealand on Sunday at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, fast bowler Kyle Jamieson left the Pakistan batting line-up in a shambles after picking three wickets …

Wasim Akram's 1999 World Cup final blunder criticised by former teammates Sohail, Ahmed: 'What he did that day...'
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Wasim Akram's 1999 World Cup final blunder criticised by former teammates Sohail, Ahmed: 'What he did that day...'

Firstpost  

Wasim Akram is facing renewed criticism as viral videos of Aamer Sohail and Ijaz Ahmed have resurfaced, questioning his controversial 1999 World Cup final decisions. Pakistan’s legendary fast bowler and former captain Wasim Akram has once again found himself in the firing line, as resurfaced videos featuring former teammates Aamer Sohail and Ijaz Ahmed has gone viral, reigniting criticism over …

'Aapke paas ek hi star hai. Our former players should keep mouth shut': Saeed Ajmal unfiltered in Babar Azam's defence
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'Aapke paas ek hi star hai. Our former players should keep mouth shut': Saeed Ajmal unfiltered in Babar Azam's defence

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s decision to drop star batter Babar Azam from the T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand has sparked controversy, with former off-spinner Saeed Ajmal taking a strong stance against the move. Ajmal voiced his discontent with the Pakistan Cricket Board, questioning the rationale behind excluding one of the team’s star players. Pakistan's Babar Azam attends a warm-up …

India backed Virat Kohli in tough times, but Pakistan is pulling Babar down: Saeed Ajmal
2 weeks, 1 day ago

India backed Virat Kohli in tough times, but Pakistan is pulling Babar down: Saeed Ajmal

India Today  

Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal has criticised the instability in Pakistan cricket, calling out the treatment of Babar Azam during his lean patch in international cricket. Ajmal cited the example of the support Virat Kohli received from Indian selectors during his slump and accused Pakistan cricket of making things worse for Babar. In a candid assessment of the situation, Ajmal …

Pakistan Cricket Is In ICU Because Of Incorrect Decisions: Afridi
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Pakistan Cricket Is In ICU Because Of Incorrect Decisions: Afridi

ABP News  

Former captain Shahid Afridi has questioned the return of all-rounder Shadab Khan to the national T20 squad, saying Pakistan cricket is in ICU because of incorrect decisions. Out of favor since the last T20 World Cup, Shadab was recalled and also appointed vice captain to Salman Ali Agha in Pakistan's T20 squad for the away series against New Zealand. The …

Babar Azam's father hits back at ex-Pakistan players over son’s criticism: 'If someone answers back…’
3 weeks ago

Babar Azam's father hits back at ex-Pakistan players over son’s criticism: 'If someone answers back…’

Firstpost  

Pakistan batting star Babar Azam has come under heavy criticism for his lack of impact with the bat in the Champions Trophy, in which the hosts and defending champions crashed out in the first round following defeats against New Zealand and India. AP Pakistan batting star Babar Azam’s father has come his defence amid criticism over his lack of impact …

Babar Azam's father mocks PCB, savages son's critics amid New Zealand tour snub: 'They won't be able to tolerate if...'
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Babar Azam's father mocks PCB, savages son's critics amid New Zealand tour snub: 'They won't be able to tolerate if...'

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of a shambolic performance in the 2025 Champions Trophy, where Pakistan incurred a group-stage exit after failing to secure a win in any of their three games, the Pakistan Cricket Board shuffled the decks once more for the impending five-match series in New Zealand. PCB dropped Babar Azam for T20I series in New Zealand Babar has long …

Babar Azam's father slams critics for harsh criticism: Choose your words carefully
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Babar Azam's father slams critics for harsh criticism: Choose your words carefully

India Today  

Babar Azam’s father, Azam Siddique, slammed critics for coming down hard on his son after the batter’s lacklustre performance in the Champions Trophy 2025. Babar’s father said that his son would make a comeback with strong performances for the Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League. ‘Stop the shouting and uproar’ Babar’s father was also not happy after the batter …

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan's T20I squad after dismal show at Champions Trophy 2025
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan's T20I squad after dismal show at Champions Trophy 2025

Firstpost  

Pakistan Cricket Board has dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam from the T20 squad for the New Zealand series, naming Salman Ali Agha as skipper. Image: Reuters Islamabad: Pakistan dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. T20 squad: Salman …

Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan drops Babar and Rizwan for five T20s against New Zealand

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. Batters Abdul Samad and Hasan Nawaz along with fast bowler Mohammad Ali are the three uncapped players in the T20 squad. ___ T20 squad: Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Abbas …

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour

India Today  

Pakistan have left out Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for Pakistan’s T20I leg of their white-ball tour of New Zealand. As per a PCB statement, Pakistan chose Shadab and Salman for the captaincy roles with an eye on two major upcoming tournaments - the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to take place in September 2025, and the Men’s T20 …

Rizwan, Babar dropped from Pakistan squad for T20 series in New Zealand
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rizwan, Babar dropped from Pakistan squad for T20 series in New Zealand

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan drop former captains Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan in T20 revamp, but latter holds on to ODI captaincy. Pakistan have dropped captain Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam for the T20 series against New Zealand and rewarded several domestic performers for the five-match series starting on March 16. “We need to play fearless and aggressive cricket in the T20 format …

Rizwan compared to ‘rickshaw’ and Babar to ‘Ferrari’ as Amir roasts under-fire PAK captain after Champions Trophy exit
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rizwan compared to ‘rickshaw’ and Babar to ‘Ferrari’ as Amir roasts under-fire PAK captain after Champions Trophy exit

Hindustan Times  

The ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy was supposed to be Pakistan’s moment of redemption. The result was a virtual knockout blow to Pakistan, with Rizwan needing other results to go in his favour, and then soon their elimination was confirmed, a true shocker for the home side’s fans. PAK legend destroys Mohammad Rizwan Speaking to Sports Tak, former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad …

“Why on earth was Babar Azam sent to open? How can you play one spinner?” - Former captain Intikhab Alam slams Pakistan team
3 weeks, 6 days ago

“Why on earth was Babar Azam sent to open? How can you play one spinner?” - Former captain Intikhab Alam slams Pakistan team

The Hindu  

Intikhab Alam doesn’t mince his words. There was a huge understanding among the players,” he said, adding: “Unless and until you get the right people for the right job, you can’t have the desired result. Other teams like South Africa, Australia came in with three-four experienced spinners, and that tells you everything.” ‘Hybrid model should not happen’ Alam, who has …

Babar Azam receives technical advice from Sunil Gavaskar amid mixed form in Champions Trophy: 'If he can reduce...'
1 month ago

Babar Azam receives technical advice from Sunil Gavaskar amid mixed form in Champions Trophy: 'If he can reduce...'

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has had a mixed run so far in the Champions Trophy – scoring a 90-ball 64 against New Zealand that was criticised for being slow before failing to convert a positive start against arch-rivals India. Star batter and former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been advised to reduce the gap between his feet by Indian …

'No intent against bigger teams, only scores against Zimbabwe': Babar Azam questioned after Pak's CT 2025 debacle
1 month ago

'No intent against bigger teams, only scores against Zimbabwe': Babar Azam questioned after Pak's CT 2025 debacle

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria questioned Babar Azam's stature, saying the right-hander rarely performs against bigger teams in important matches. Danish Kaneria slammed Babar Azam for not stepping up against bigger teams. Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan crashed out of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 after suffering defeats in their opening two matches against New Zealand and India. Babar Azam registered …

Shoaib Akhtar calls Mohammad Rizwan ‘abnormal’; Shoaib Malik interrupts: 'Why don't you fix the system once?'
1 month ago

Shoaib Akhtar calls Mohammad Rizwan ‘abnormal’; Shoaib Malik interrupts: 'Why don't you fix the system once?'

Hindustan Times  

After taking a blunt swipe as Babar Azam, former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar savaged captain Mohammad Rizwan live on television, calling him "abnormal" after Pakistan suffered an embarrassing group-stage exit in the Champions Trophy following a loss against India on Sunday. Shoaib Akhtar was unhappy with Mohammad Rizwan's captaincy Speaking on PTV after India beat Pakistan by six wickets in …

Shoaib Malik goes silent after Mohammad Hafeez accuses him on live TV: 'Don't put him in a spot,' says Shoaib Akhtar
1 month ago

Shoaib Malik goes silent after Mohammad Hafeez accuses him on live TV: 'Don't put him in a spot,' says Shoaib Akhtar

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan cricket team's indifferent performance in ICC tournaments is nothing new, and so is their former cricketers' bombardment of them with harsh criticism. Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik and Shoaib Akhtar during a PTV show A day later, after New Zealand beat Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Pakistan were officially knocked out of the Champions Trophy. “I'm not asking him any difficult …

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain
1 month ago

Even MS Dhoni couldn't have done anything with Rizwan's team: Ex-Pakistan captain

India Today  

Former Pakistan women’s captain Sana Mir criticised the men’s team after their poor performance in the Champions Trophy. Mir, who led the women’s team in 65 T20Is and 72 ODIs from 2009 to 2017, said Pakistan erred from the start by not selecting a squad suited to the playing conditions. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table "The 15 that …

Babar Azam only scores vs Zimbabwe and other smaller teams: Danish Kaneria
1 month ago

Babar Azam only scores vs Zimbabwe and other smaller teams: Danish Kaneria

India Today  

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has lashed out at star Pakistan batter Babar Azam after another poor show against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Babar has looked far from his best in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 as he earlier played a defensive innings of 64 vs New Zealand in a 321-run chase. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | …

'Kaunsa talent, kiss cheez ka?': Shoaib Akhtar blasts Babar Azam, Rizwan's comparisons with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma
1 month ago

'Kaunsa talent, kiss cheez ka?': Shoaib Akhtar blasts Babar Azam, Rizwan's comparisons with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Shoaib Akhtar didn't mince his words and slammed the Pakistan batters for not living up to the hype in the crucial matches on the big stages. India's Virat Kohli shares a warm hug with Pakistan's Babar Azam after Team India's win in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025- Group A match against Pakistan, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The former pacer …

'Babar Azam is a fraud': Shoaib Akhtar fumes on live TV; Mohammad Hafeez tells PCB to drop Pakistan star in brutal rant
1 month ago

'Babar Azam is a fraud': Shoaib Akhtar fumes on live TV; Mohammad Hafeez tells PCB to drop Pakistan star in brutal rant

Hindustan Times  

In a scathing attack launched at Babar Azam on live television, Pakistan legend Shoaib Akhtar labelled the former Pakistan captain a "fraud." Pakistan's Babar Azam leaves the field after losing his wicket during the ICC Champions Trophy cricket match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Feb. 23 From being identified as the next …

Wasim Akram exposes everything wrong with Pakistan cricket in fiery rant: 'Enough is enough'
1 month ago

Wasim Akram exposes everything wrong with Pakistan cricket in fiery rant: 'Enough is enough'

Firstpost  

Wasim Akram did not hold back in his scathing criticism of Pakistan cricket team, selectors and board, addressing issues ranging from poor team selection to mismanagement. Wasim Akram calls for drastic changes to Pakistan team Reacting after Pakistan’s loss to India on the DP World Dressing Room show, Akram said the time has come to drop some of the established …

Shoaib Akhtar slams Pakistan: It is a brainless, clueless team management
1 month ago

Shoaib Akhtar slams Pakistan: It is a brainless, clueless team management

India Today  

Legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar was left fuming after hosts Pakistan lost to India in the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday, February 23. Akhtar slammed the Pakistan team management for playing just one specialist spinner in the match. They are just the way the management is," Shoaib Akhtar said in a video posted on X. India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy: …

Hardik Pandya dismisses Babar Azam in style, sparks meme fest on X: 'Plastic king'
1 month ago

Hardik Pandya dismisses Babar Azam in style, sparks meme fest on X: 'Plastic king'

Hindustan Times  

The fierce cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan hit new heights on Sunday during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as Hardik Pandya dismissed Pakistan’s batter Babar Azam in a dramatic fashion. Hardik Pandya's fiery delivery that dismissed Babar Azam ignited a wave of memes on the internet. Pandya strikes as Babar falls early Pakistan made a steady start after skipper …

Advise for Babar Azam? Pakistani journalist’s question to Steve Smith goes viral, netizens label it ‘shameful’
1 month ago

Advise for Babar Azam? Pakistani journalist’s question to Steve Smith goes viral, netizens label it ‘shameful’

Live Mint  

Pakistan batter Babar Azam has been going through a form slump in recent times and while he scored a half century in the opening match of the Champions Trophy, his critics aren't fully satisfied with the batter yet. One of the Pakistani journalists, even went on to ask Australia captain Steve Smith on advice to help Babar Azam get back …

Babar absent as Naqvi delivers 'beat India at any cost' pep talk
1 month ago

Babar absent as Naqvi delivers 'beat India at any cost' pep talk

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai, Feb. 23: Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam was conspicuous by his absence from the team's training and there was no clarity on his availability for the Champions Trophy clash against India here on Sunday even as the country's cricket board chief Mohsin Naqvi urged the side to win “at any cost”. Last night, Naqvi met the Pakistan cricket team …

IND vs PAK: Babar Azam achieves huge personal milestone despite short lived innings against India
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Babar Azam achieves huge personal milestone despite short lived innings against India

India TV News  

IND vs PAK: Babar Azam achieves huge personal milestone despite short lived innings against India Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam reached a huge personal milestone with his 23-run knock against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. The high-octane clash between India and Pakistan in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 saw both sides lock horns at the Dubai International Cricket …

Hardik Pandya gives cold send-off to Babar Azam after dismissing him in Champions Trophy clash | WATCH
1 month ago

Hardik Pandya gives cold send-off to Babar Azam after dismissing him in Champions Trophy clash | WATCH

India TV News  

Hardik Pandya gives cold send-off to Babar Azam after dismissing him in Champions Trophy clash | WATCH Hardik Pandya provided the much-needed breakthrough for India when Pakistan were off to a strong start in the Champions Trophy 2025 clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Hardik gave a cold send-off to Babar Azam after getting his wicket in the ninth …

Watch: Hardik Pandya's 'Bye Bye' send-off to Babar Azam after dismissal
1 month ago

Watch: Hardik Pandya's 'Bye Bye' send-off to Babar Azam after dismissal

India Today  

India’s star all-rounder Hardik Pandya delivered a fierce and taunting send-off to Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam after dismissing him for 23 during their high-stakes Champions Trophy clash on February 23 in Dubai. However, his promising innings was cut short in the ninth over when Pandya bowled a sharp delivery that swung away, finding the outside edge of Babar’s bat. …

Hero to villain? Dubai set to play defining role in Babar Azam's career once again
1 month ago

Hero to villain? Dubai set to play defining role in Babar Azam's career once again

India Today  

On Sunday, February 23, senior Pakistan batter Babar Azam will once again step onto Dubai International Stadium against India. In the 2021 game, Babar scored a brisk 68* against India, helping Pakistan secure their first-ever win in a World Cup match against India. Since the highs of the 2021 and 2022 T20 World Cups, Babar Azam's career has gone downhill. …

Babar Azam Vs India In ICC Champions Trophy: Check His Performance And Stats
1 month ago

Babar Azam Vs India In ICC Champions Trophy: Check His Performance And Stats

ABP News  

Babar Azam will be in focus as Pakistan takes on India in the highly anticipated IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 clash on Sunday, February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Babar Azam's performance in Champions Trophy against India Babar has played in only one edition of the Champions Trophy so far - 2017 - where Pakistan won the …

Babar Azam plays for himself; Pakistan not ready to face India: Danish Kaneria
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam plays for himself; Pakistan not ready to face India: Danish Kaneria

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has slammed Babar Azam for prioritising personal milestones over team success and expressed concerns about Pakistan's preparations ahead of their marquee Champions Trophy clash against India in Dubai on Sunday. "Salman Ali Agha and Khushdil Shah played great knocks, if those two boys hadn't scored quickly, then Pakistan would have lost by 100 …

Babar Never Tried to Build Bench Strength Due to His Likes And Dislikes: Umar Akmal
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Never Tried to Build Bench Strength Due to His Likes And Dislikes: Umar Akmal

Deccan Chronicle  

Karachi: Discarded Test batsman Umar Akmal has placed the blame for the current state of the Pakistan cricket team squarely on Babar Azam's shoulders, saying the former captain failed to build bench strength during his nearly five-year tenure at the helm. "Babar was captain for nearly five years most of the time in all formats and he never tried to …

Babar Azam plays for himself, focusses on stats under pressure: Ex-Pakistan spinner
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam plays for himself, focusses on stats under pressure: Ex-Pakistan spinner

India Today  

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has slammed Babar Azam claiming that the star batter plays for himself and under pressure focusses on his stats and ICC ranking intact. Babar received heavy criticism for his slow batting as Pakistan were chasing 321 runs to win against New Zealand in the opening match of the Champions Trophy 2025. Kaneria went on to …

'Schoolboy Stuff': Babar Azam Under Fire After Pakistan's Crushing Loss In PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy Opener
1 month, 1 week ago

'Schoolboy Stuff': Babar Azam Under Fire After Pakistan's Crushing Loss In PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy Opener

ABP News  

PAK vs NZ: Pakistan's Champions Trophy 2025 campaign got off to a disastrous start as they suffered a crushing 60-run defeat against New Zealand in the tournament opener at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on February 19. Pakistan’s batting woes were highlighted by Babar Azam’s struggles in their defeat to New Zealand. Opening alongside Saud Shakeel, Babar Azam struggled …

Wasim Akram gets 'brutally honest', delivers 'bad news' after Pakistan's loss in Champions Trophy: 'Ek word hai Parchi…'
1 month, 1 week ago

Wasim Akram gets 'brutally honest', delivers 'bad news' after Pakistan's loss in Champions Trophy: 'Ek word hai Parchi…'

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s Champions Trophy campaign began on a poor note as they suffered a 60-run defeat to New Zealand in the tournament opener at home. The loss, their third to the Kiwis in two weeks exposed glaring flaws in Pakistan’s batting approach, raising serious concerns ahead of their high-stakes clash against India. Following the loss, Pakistan players faced significant criticism from …

Watch: Wasim Akram's hilarious take on Babar Azam's slow knock vs New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: Wasim Akram's hilarious take on Babar Azam's slow knock vs New Zealand

India Today  

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram masked his disappointment with a touch of banter after star batter Babar Azam’s sluggish innings contributed to Pakistan’s defeat in their Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19. Akram narrated a humorous fictional story while reflecting on Babar’s unusually slow knock, which cost Pakistan the match in front of a …

Babar Azam's poor intent at start cost Pakistan vs New Zealand: Sanjay Bangar
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam's poor intent at start cost Pakistan vs New Zealand: Sanjay Bangar

India Today  

Former India cricketer and batting coach Sanjay Bangar said that star Pakistan batter Babar Azam’s slow innings cost his team dearly during the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand. Champions Trophy 2025: India vs Bangladesh Live However, Babar continued to build on his innings, being circumspect at the crease without trying to go for boundaries. …

Shubman Gill dethrones Pakistan’s Babar Azam to regain no.1 spot among batters ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill dethrones Pakistan’s Babar Azam to regain no.1 spot among batters ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Live Mint  

Shubman Gill got a massive boost ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as the India opener dethroned Pakistan's Babar Azam to become the new world no.1 batter in the latest ICC ODI rankings, announced on Wednesday. Interestingly, the last time Shubman Gill rose to the top spot, it was during the 2023 ODI World Cup and leaving behind Babar …

Champions Trophy Preview: Defending champions Pakistan face big test vs in-form New Zealand today
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy Preview: Defending champions Pakistan face big test vs in-form New Zealand today

India Today  

“The whole country should enjoy it as an ICC event has returned to Pakistan after 29 years,” Mohammad Rizwan said. Pakistan haven’t hosted a world tournament since the 1996 World Cup and Rizwan’s troops have a task on their hands to give their fans something to cheer for, especially during a phase when political turmoil has posed challenges to their …

ICC rankings on mind? Fans slam slow Babar Azam in Champions Trophy opener
1 month, 1 week ago

ICC rankings on mind? Fans slam slow Babar Azam in Champions Trophy opener

India Today  

Babar Azam was criticised for his slow knock in Pakistan’s Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand on February 19 at the National Stadium in Karachi. Pakistan vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy Updates But Babar was unable to step on the gas as the required run-rate kept climbing at an alarming rate. “I've never seen a more selfish player than Babar …

Babar Azam to open or bat at 3 in Champions Trophy? Captain Mohammad Rizwan reveals
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam to open or bat at 3 in Champions Trophy? Captain Mohammad Rizwan reveals

India TV News  

Babar Azam to open or bat at 3 in Champions Trophy? Captain Mohammad Rizwan reveals Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan reveals Babar Azam's batting number in the upcoming Champions Trophy. In the absence of Saim Ayub, Babar Azam opened the batting for Pakistan in the tri-nation series against New Zealand and South Africa. Ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy, slated to …

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