Pakistan Great Saeed Anwar's Post For "Babar Azam Beta" After Being Dropped From Test Team

In a heartfelt post, former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar reached out to Babar Azam, offering words of encouragement and support following his omission from the Test squad against England. Anwar, who is well-known for his illustrious career in cricket, empathized with the challenges Babar is facing and expressed confidence in his ability to overcome this setback. "This too shall pass, Stay strong Babar Azam Beta. This has been happening in anybody's career, you will bounce back INSHAHALLAH," Anwar posted on X.

Babar Azam, who has been a key player for Pakistan across all formats, faced a tough decision as the selectors opted to leave him out of the upcoming Tests against England. Anwar's post reminded Babar that such challenges are part of every athlete's journey.

Anwar's message reflects his deep understanding of the sport and the pressures that come with it. His reference to the temporary nature of setbacks and his faith in Babar's resilience provides a motivational boost to the cricketer.

Coming to the Pakistan squad for second and third Tests, following extensive conversations held by a newly-formed selection committee, some of Pakistan's most well-renowned players will miss the second Test in Multan against England in a host of changes. Babar headlines numerous changes made by a newly-formed selection committee in the immediate aftermath of Pakistan's humbling innings defeat in the first Test on Friday, which came despite them posting runs in excess of 550 runs in their first innings.

Pace-bowling duo Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi are also out of the squad, as is keeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed. Leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, who dealt with illness and was subsequently taken to hospital during the first Test, will also