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Babar Azam Test Retirement Announcement Triggers Social Media Storm. But, It's Fake

Amid Babar Azam's struggles with the bat, the Pakistan star has become a constant target for trolls on social media. As the talismanic batter failed to lift his team's morale with a poor show in the second Test against Bangladesh, fake announcement of him deciding to quit Test cricket went viral on social media. A number of fans shared fake farewell messages from the Pakistan cricketer, luring in many to believe that the top-order batter has decided to quit the longest format of the game in reality.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 5, Live Score Updates: On Brink Of Historic Defeat, Pakistan Hope For Magical Turnaround

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 5, Live Updates: Bangladesh will look to seal the victory on Day 5 of the ongoing second Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi. The visitors will resume their innings at 42/0 as they 143 runs more to win. Currently, Zakir Hasan (31*) and Shadman Islam (9*) are standing unbeaten at the crease for Bangladesh. Earlier, Pakistan were bundled out for 172 on Day 4. Resuming the day on 9/2, Pakistan kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Mohammad Rizwan and Agha Salma scored 43 and 47* respectively and helped Pakistan reach a good total. (Live Scorecard)

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates: 2 Down For 9, Pakistan Look To Avoid Another Collapse vs Bangladesh

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Updates: Pakistan will resuming Day 4 of the ongoing second Test against Bangladesh at 9/2 in Rawalpindi. Currently, the hosts are leading by 21 runs with Saim Ayub (6*) standing unbeaten at the crease. Earlier on Sunday, Litton Das' 138 revived Bangladesh as they posted 262 before getting bowled out. Das (138) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (78) put on 165 for the seventh wicket after Shahzad and fellow pacers Mir Hamza had reduced Bangladesh to 6-26. Pacer Khurram Shahzad was the star bowler for Pakistan with his six-wicket haul. (Live Scorecard)

"There Are 10 Other Players...": Teammate Comes Out In Defence Of Babar Azam

The Pakistan cricket team is going through a lean patch and so is the case with its star cricketer Babar Azam. The batter has failed to make it count in the red-ball format in the past one and a half year or so. It was in December 2022 when Babar scored 161 against New Zealand in a Test and since then, he has struggled to get runs under his belt. Babar has scored only 320 runs in his last 15 innings. His poor performance in the format has seen the player getting a lot of flak. Amid the ongoing criticism of the star batter, Pakistan all-rounder Salman Ali Agha has come out in defence of the player.

Ex-Pakistan Selector Slams 'Stubborn' Babar Azam, Says "Pain To Make Him Accept..."

Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Wasim has opened up on the challenges he faced as chief selector of the team, including dealing with former all-format captain Babar Azam. Wasim, who served as head coach of the Pakistan men's cricket team from December 2020 to December 2022, admitted that Babar was "very stubborn" and got upset whenever the selection committee made changes to the squad. However, Wasim revealed, more often than not, he had to step in to make Babar accept the changes.

Pakistan Star Asks Tough Question To PCB About Babar Azam After Shaheen Afridi Gets Dropped

The Pakistan cricket team dropped Shaheen Afridi for the second and final Test match against Bangladesh. While speaking about the decision taken by the team, out-of-favour batter Ahmed Shehzad asked some tough questions. While admitting that Shaheen has been not performing as expected, Shehzad questioned if he is the only player responsible for the side's poor performance. Of late, Pakistan lost the first Test to Bangladesh by 10 wickets. This was their maiden defeat to the team in the format.

'USA Will Beat Pakistan...': Ex-Pacer's Brutal Prediction After Huge Loss vs Bangladesh

It has been a tough couple of years for the Pakistan cricket team as they crashed out of the T20 World Cup 2024 in the group stages and recently, they slumped to a disappointing Test defeat against Bangladesh. During their disappointing run in the T20 World Cup, they were stunned by USA before losing to India. The recent loss against Bangladesh prompted massive criticism from both fans as well as experts with former Pakistan cricket team fast bowler Mohammad Asif making a massive prediction.

'If PM Narendra Modi Agrees...': Ex-Pakistan Star's Blockbuster Take On India's Champions Trophy Row

The topic of Champions Trophy 2025 is creating new headlines everyday. Pakistan have been chosen as the hosts for the tournament but the question regarding India's participation still remains unanswered. Due to the political tension between the countries, India and Pakistan are yet to play a bilateral series, since 2013. Later in 2023, India also refused to travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup and the tournament had to co-hosted by Sri Lanka. For the Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board has refused to accept a hybrid model, which has further complicated the situation. Recently, BCCI secretary Jay Shah was also appointed as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). His appointment is expected to play a crucial role in the Champions Trophy's future in Pakistan.

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Babar Azam Test Retirement Announcement Triggers Social Media Storm. But, It's Fake

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 5, Live Score Updates: On Brink Of Historic Defeat, Pakistan Hope For Magical Turnaround

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 4, Live Score Updates: 2 Down For 9, Pakistan Look To Avoid Another Collapse vs Bangladesh

"There Are 10 Other Players...": Teammate Comes Out In Defence Of Babar Azam

Ex-Pakistan Selector Slams 'Stubborn' Babar Azam, Says "Pain To Make Him Accept..."

Pakistan Star Asks Tough Question To PCB About Babar Azam After Shaheen Afridi Gets Dropped

'USA Will Beat Pakistan...': Ex-Pacer's Brutal Prediction After Huge Loss vs Bangladesh

'If PM Narendra Modi Agrees...': Ex-Pakistan Star's Blockbuster Take On India's Champions Trophy Row