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"What Can I Say?" Pakistan Star Says 'Entire Pakistan' Was Shocked At Babar Azam Captaincy Re-Appointment

Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has stated that the decision to reinstate Babar Azam as captain of Pakistan in white-ball cricket came as a surprise to not just everyone in the team, but everyone in the nation. After Pakistan failed to make the semi-finals of the 2023 ODI World Cup under his leadership, Babar Azam had resigned from captaincy in all formats, with pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi taking over. However, less than six months later, Babar was brought back as Pakistan captain right before the 2024 T20 World Cup, where Pakistan fared miserably, getting knocked out in the initial group phase. Imad expressed his shock at the decision of the selectors.

4,4,4,4,4: Babar Azam Soars Back To Form In Champions Cup, Fans Go Berserk

Markhors thrashed Stallions by 126 runs in match No.4 of Champions Cup 2024 on Sunday in Faisalabad. Opting to bat first, Markhors posted a good total of 231 with Iftikhar Ahmed and Salman Agha scoring 60 and 51 runs respectively. Later, the Mohammad Rizwan-led side had a great outing with the ball as well as they bundled out Stallions for 105. Despite being on the losing side, Stallions' senior batter Babar Azam grabbed all the limelight with his batting heroics.

PCB Told To Sack Captain Babar Azam Again, This Player Emerges As Frontrunner

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has rooted for Mohammad Rizwan to replace Babar Azam and become the new skipper of the Men in Green. Babar's time as the white-ball captain could be on the verge of reaching its climax. Recently, reports have started to surface about Rizwan emerging as the top candidate to replace Babar. The reports have led to mixed reactions from fans and former Pakistan cricketers. Basit backed Rizwan to lead the Pakistan team after witnessing him captain Markhors against Stallions in the Champions One-Day Cup.

"Khelte Kam, Bolte Zyada": Pakistan Great Slams Babar Azam. Says This On Virat Kohli

Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has lashed out at star batter Babar Azam and other players for prioritising personal gains over team goals. Babar has come under the firing line for his batting and leadership of late. He hasn't scored a half-century in his last 16 Test innings, with his form drawing harsh criticism from former players. Younis is the latest to jump the gun as far as criticism of Babar and other top players is concerned. Younis highlighted the team's failure to win games in recent times, saying that Babar and others talk more than they perform.

12.8 Billion PKR: The Full Breakdown Of Pakistan's Staggering Champions Trophy Stadium Renovation

The Pakistan Cricket Board has allocated 12.8 billion PKR for the renovation of stadiums in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi ahead of next year's ICC Champions Trophy, informed PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi. In a briefing given at the Board of Governors meeting in Faisalabad, Naqvi assured that the three venues would be ready in time to host the marquee event. Giving details of the fund distribution, Naqvi said 7.7 billion PKR out of 12.8 billion are being spent on the upgradation of the Gaddafi stadium in Lahore.

1st Time In 147 Years: Virat Kohli 58 Runs Away From Breaking Sachin Tendulkar's Record For Historic Feat

All eyes will be on Virat Kohli when Indian cricket team gets down to action against Bangladesh in a Test series, starting September 19. Kohli has already retired from T20Is and it means that fans will get to see the 35-year-old star in only two formats - Tests and ODIs. Comparisons have often been drawn between Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar, though the former has always maintained that the latter is unmatchable. Kohli has 80 international tons and is second to Tendulkar (100) in terms of number of centuries.

Virat Kohli To Partner Babar Azam For Same Team In This Tournament? Top Official's Big Statement

The Afro-Asia Cup was a series of charity matches that was played in the mid-2000s between Asian XI and African XI. The first Afro-Asia Cup was played in 2005 while the second was played in 2007. Players like Virender Sehwag, Irfan Pathan, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Zaheer Khan, Shoaib Akhtar, Anil Kumble, Shahid Afridi played in the same team for Asia. While, for Africa. Shaun Pollock, Jacques Kallis, Tatenda Taibu played for the same team.

Watch: Babar Azam Makes Awkward Gesture While Taking Photo, Fans Jump To Criticise

Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam has gone viral for the wrong reasons again. After a disappointing 2-0 home Test series loss to Bangladesh, Babar will be participating in the Champions One-Day Cup domestic tournament in Pakistan. However, prior to the start of the tournament, a video showing Babar refusing to let a fan wrap his arm around him while taking a photograph has gone viral on social media. Right after the selfie, Babar can be seen immediately walking away towards the cricket field.

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"What Can I Say?" Pakistan Star Says 'Entire Pakistan' Was Shocked At Babar Azam Captaincy Re-Appointment

4,4,4,4,4: Babar Azam Soars Back To Form In Champions Cup, Fans Go Berserk

PCB Told To Sack Captain Babar Azam Again, This Player Emerges As Frontrunner

"Khelte Kam, Bolte Zyada": Pakistan Great Slams Babar Azam. Says This On Virat Kohli

12.8 Billion PKR: The Full Breakdown Of Pakistan's Staggering Champions Trophy Stadium Renovation

1st Time In 147 Years: Virat Kohli 58 Runs Away From Breaking Sachin Tendulkar's Record For Historic Feat

Virat Kohli To Partner Babar Azam For Same Team In This Tournament? Top Official's Big Statement

Watch: Babar Azam Makes Awkward Gesture While Taking Photo, Fans Jump To Criticise