After Babar Azam fails in final, ex-captain calls for new opener in Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

After Babar Azam fails in final, ex-captain calls for new opener in Champions Trophy

India Today  

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez argued against Babar Azam opening the batting in ODIs, urging the team to announce a replacement for Saim Ayub. Hafeez's comments came Babar Azam failed in the ODI tri-series final against New Zealand on Friday, February 14, continuing a lean patch across all formats. Babar Azam managed 62 runs in three matches of the ODI tri-series as concerns over his dipping form has been raised in the lead-up to Champions Trophy, starting February 19. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage "1- Shaan Masood 2- Imam-ul-Haq 3- Abdullah Shafique Take anyone as opener & let Babar Azam play at no 3 in Champions trophy.

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Salman Ali Agha takes dig at Babar-Rizwan after record chase against New Zealand
5 days, 3 hours 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 …

'Umar bhai, I'm having trouble...': Babar Azam turned to Akmal in desperate bid to fix alarming batting struggles
5 days, 19 hours 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 …

Pakistan cricket 'will continue to fall further': Inzamam-ul-Haq makes bleak prediction, laments 'too many changes'
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1 week, 1 day 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, 3 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 …

'Aapke paas ek hi star hai. Our former players should keep mouth shut': Saeed Ajmal unfiltered in Babar Azam's defence
1 week, 4 days 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 …

Rohit Sharma Climbs ICC ODI Rankings Following CT 2025 Win, Virat Kohli Drops Down
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1 week, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma Climbs ICC ODI Rankings Following CT 2025 Win, Virat Kohli Drops Down

ABP News  

India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory reflected in the latest ICC ODI Rankings, with skipper Rohit Sharma climbing two spots to reclaim his place among the top batters. Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s impactful 83-ball 76 in the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand has helped him climb a couple of spots to third in the latest ICC ODI batting rankings. Pakistan’s …

ICC ODI Rankings: Rohit Sharma rises to No. 3 after Champions Trophy final heroics
2 weeks ago

ICC ODI Rankings: Rohit Sharma rises to No. 3 after Champions Trophy final heroics

India Today  

India's Champions Trophy winners were rewarded in the latest International Cricket Council ODI Rankings. Shubman Gill leads the list with 784 points, 14 more than Babar and 28 points more than Rohit in the latest rankings list. TOP 10 ODI BATTERS Shubman Gill 784 points 784 points Babar Azam 770 points 770 points Rohit Sharma 756 points 756 points Heinrich …

Babar Azam's father hits back at ex-Pakistan players over son’s criticism: 'If someone answers back…’
2 weeks, 4 days 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 slams critics for harsh criticism: Choose your words carefully
2 weeks, 6 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, Mohammad Rizwan dropped from Pakistan T20I squad for New Zealand tour
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3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Gutted Mohammad Rizwan not looking for excuses after Champions Trophy exit
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Gutted Mohammad Rizwan not looking for excuses after Champions Trophy exit

India Today  

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan said that his team is not looking for excuses after their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Hopefully, we can work on it when we play against New Zealand next and, hopefully we can improve there," said Rizwan in the post-match press conference. Pakistan to tour New Zealand next Rizwan also spoke about some …

Babar Azam receives technical advice from Sunil Gavaskar amid mixed form in Champions Trophy: 'If he can reduce...'
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

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 …

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya steps in, sends Babar Azam back to pavilion
1 month ago

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya steps in, sends Babar Azam back to pavilion

Live Mint  

Amidst the adrenaline-filled India Vs Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy match underway at Dubai, India's best all-rounder Hardik Pandya gave the team their first breakthrough as he forced Babar Azam to edge the second delivery of ninth over and get caught by KL Rahul. Following Mohammed Shami's ankle region pain popped in, Hardik was brought into the attack and in the …

IND vs PAK: Babar Azam completes 1000 runs in ICC ODI tournaments during Champions Trophy 2025 match against India
1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Babar Azam completes 1000 runs in ICC ODI tournaments during Champions Trophy 2025 match against India

The Hindu  

Babar Azam became the third Pakistan batter to complete 1,000 runs in ICC One-Day International tournaments during the Champions Trophy 2025 match against India in Dubai on Sunday. Saeed Anwar and Javed Miandad are the only other Pakistan batters to score 1,000 or more runs in ICC ODI events. The 30-year-old had scored a sluggish 90-ball 64 against New Zealand …

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. …

Champions Trophy: India chase 242 after bowling out Pakistan, Kuldeep claims three
1 month ago

Champions Trophy: India chase 242 after bowling out Pakistan, Kuldeep claims three

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: Indian bowlers were stunningly accurate but Pakistan managed to post a competitive 241 courtesy of Saud Shakeel's polished fifty and Khushdil Shah's cameo in the Champions Trophy here on Sunday. Shakeel was largely fluent and added 104 runs for the third wicket with skipper Mohammad Rizwan, but Pakistan never really managed to break the shackles after opting to bat. …

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 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 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 …

Dubai Dispatch: Pakistan need Babar, Rizwan and pacers in top form to surprise India but even that may not be enough
1 month ago

Dubai Dispatch: Pakistan need Babar, Rizwan and pacers in top form to surprise India but even that may not be enough

Firstpost  

Facing potential elimination from the Champions Trophy 2025, an embattled Pakistan will draw inspiration from their superior tournament record against India. Champions Trophy 2025: News | Schedule | Results | Points Table While the record between the teams in World Cups of both varieties is decidedly tilted in India’s favour – Pakistan have won just one of 16 matches between …

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

'You don't need to play for your own runs': Pujara slams Babar Azam after 'no-intent' knock vs New Zealand
1 month ago

'You don't need to play for your own runs': Pujara slams Babar Azam after 'no-intent' knock vs New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan succumbed to a 60-run loss against New Zealand in the opening fixture of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, signalling a disastrous start to the tournament for the hosts as they failed to chase down 321 in Karachi’s National Stadium. Cricket - ICC Men's Champions Trophy - Group A - Pakistan v New Zealand - National Stadium, Karachi, Pakistan - …

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

ICC Rankings Update: Shubman Gill Overtakes Babar Azam for ODI Top Spot
1 month ago

ICC Rankings Update: Shubman Gill Overtakes Babar Azam for ODI Top Spot

The Hindu  

India’s Shubman Gill has officially climbed to the top of the ICC ODI batters’ rankings, overtaking Pakistan’s Babar Azam in the latest update released on Wednesday. Gill now holds 796 rating points, while Babar, who previously dominated the rankings, has slipped to second place with 773 points. 1 spot comes on the back of a stellar performance in the recently …

Haris Rauf returns, new role for Babar Azam in Rizwan's team: Pakistan's likely XI vs New Zealand in Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

Haris Rauf returns, new role for Babar Azam in Rizwan's team: Pakistan's likely XI vs New Zealand in Champions Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan and New Zealand share an interesting relationship in ODIs. Pakistan's Haris Rauf celebrates with his captain Mohammad Rizwan No team has played more ODIs in Pakistan than New Zealand since the start of 2019. In the last two editions of the ODI World Cup, New Zealand pipped Pakistan to steal the semi-final spot, and in both those events, Pakistan …

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 ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill overtakes Babar Azam to become No. 1 batter
1 month, 1 week ago

ICC ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill overtakes Babar Azam to become No. 1 batter

India Today  

India batter Shubman Gill overtook Babar Azam to become the world No.1 batter in the ICC ODI rankings. Shubman's rise to the top rank amongst ODI batters comes right before the Champions Trophy 2025. ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Full Coverage Shubman is in rich form coming into the Champions Trophy 2025. The India batter had closed in on Babar Azam …

ICC Rankings: Shubman Gill becomes World No 1 batter in ODIs, ends Babar Azam's reign at the top
1 month, 1 week ago

ICC Rankings: Shubman Gill becomes World No 1 batter in ODIs, ends Babar Azam's reign at the top

India TV News  

ICC Rankings: Shubman Gill becomes World No 1 batter in ODIs, ends Babar Azam's reign at the top This is the second time Shubman Gill has surpassed Babar Azam to take the numero uno position in the ICC ODI rankings. Indian opener Shubman Gill became the new No 1 batter in the world in ODI cricket, following his exploits in …

Shubman Gill dethrones Babar Azam to become No.1 batter in ICC ODI rankings
1 month, 1 week ago

Shubman Gill dethrones Babar Azam to become No.1 batter in ICC ODI rankings

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: India vice-captain Shubman Gill on Wednesday dethroned Babar Azam of Pakistan from the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI Rankings for batters on the back of his strong show against England in the recent home series. "India right-hander Shubman Gill overtakes former Pakistan captain Babar Azam to become the top ranked ODI batter in the world," the ICC said. …

Champions Trophy, PAK vs NZ: Hapless Pakistan's title defence off to woeful start at home
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy, PAK vs NZ: Hapless Pakistan's title defence off to woeful start at home

India Today  

Pakistan got their campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 off to the worst possible start as they were hammered by New Zealand by 60 runs in the opening match of the tournament on Wednesday, February 19 at National Stadium, Karachi. PAK vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Highlights New Zealand seamers’ persistence finally reaped the rewards as William O'Rourke managed …

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 …

Mohammad Rizwan confirms Babar Azam's batting position for Champions Trophy: ‘He is satisfied with…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohammad Rizwan confirms Babar Azam's batting position for Champions Trophy: ‘He is satisfied with…’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday confirmed that right-hander Babar Azam will continue opening the batting in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Mohammad Rizwan has confirmed Babar Azam's batting position for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Rizwan confirmed that Babar is comfortable with his new role and will continue opening the batting in the Champions Trophy, which is returning after almost eight …

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 …

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – Pakistan Full Preview
1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Strengths, Weaknesses & X-Factors – Pakistan Full Preview

The Hindu  

The last time the Champions Trophy was played in 2017, Pakistan clinched the title by defeating India in the final. Pakistan has named a strong squad on paper, but Saim Ayub’s injury has unsettled the team combination, shifting focus back to Babar Azam and captain Mohammad Rizwan. Pakistan’s pace attack, key to three successive away ODI series wins last year, …

Babar Azam should play at No.3: Mohammad Amir not a fan of Pakistan star's new role
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam should play at No.3: Mohammad Amir not a fan of Pakistan star's new role

India Today  

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir feels that Babar Azam should stick to his strength and play at the No.3 spot in ODIs. Babar was used by Pakistan in the opener's role during the tri-series, which also included South Africa and New Zealand. Champions Trophy 2025: Full coverage 'Babar's a big player' Amir said that Babar is a big player and …

Champions Trophy: Pakistan firm on Babar Azam opening despite tri-series flop show
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1 month, 1 week ago

Champions Trophy: Pakistan firm on Babar Azam opening despite tri-series flop show

India Today  

Pakistan head coach Aqib Javed has thrown his full support behind star batter Babar Azam, backing him to continue opening for the side in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy despite his recent struggles. Javed emphasised that the team management remains confident in Babar’s ability to deliver crucial performances, particularly in the powerplay, where he can make the most of fielding …

Babar Azam flops in tri-nation series, former cricketer names three replacements for opener's slot
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1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam flops in tri-nation series, former cricketer names three replacements for opener's slot

India TV News  

Babar Azam flopped with the bat in the tri-series against New Zealand and South Africa. Reflecting on his form, former cricketer Mohammad Hafeez advised the cricketer to bat at number three in the Champions Trophy. He has played five matches as an opener and scored 88 runs at an average of 17.60 and following which, Hafeez named three cricketers who …

ICC Champions Trophy: Top 5 players; Afridi, Azam, Buttler, Gill, Maxwell
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1 month, 1 week ago

ICC Champions Trophy: Top 5 players; Afridi, Azam, Buttler, Gill, Maxwell

Al Jazeera  

Ahead of the start of the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan on February 19, Al Jazeera picks five players to watch. The Champions Trophy features the top eight men’s one-day international teams and many of the best players in world cricket will take part in the 50-over format. Babar Azam Babar, a former Pakistan captain, currently tops the ICC’s ODI …

Pakistan told to bring back Babar Azam at no.3 in ODIs after repeated failures as ex-cricketers slam opening move
1 month, 1 week ago

Pakistan told to bring back Babar Azam at no.3 in ODIs after repeated failures as ex-cricketers slam opening move

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s bold experiment of pushing Babar Azam to the opening slot in ODIs has come under scrutiny, with former cricketers Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Hafeez openly criticizing the move. Pakistan's Babar Azam watches the ball after playing a shot during the Tri-Nation series final one-day international cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand The Pakistan Cricket Board unveiled its squad …

Babar Azam equals Proteas legends' ODI record, becomes joint-fastest to hit 6000 ODI runs
1 month, 1 week ago

Babar Azam equals Proteas legends' ODI record, becomes joint-fastest to hit 6000 ODI runs

India TV News  

In the tri-series final against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi, Babar Azam created history by becoming the joint-fastest cricketer to score 6000 runs in ODI cricket. Star India batter Virat Kohli stands third on the list, as the 36-year-old completed 6000 ODI runs in 136 innings while Kane Williamson and David Warner took 139 innings and are …

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