A surprising turn of events during a warm-up match ahead of the 2024/25 Champions One Day Trophy, Pakistan’s limited-overs captain Babar Azam It was clean bowled by the local spinner to the amazement of the spectators and team members. The incident took place at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, where the tournament will begin on September 12.
Left arm spinner Babar Azam cleans up
named spinner Mohd Asghar Deceiving Babar, he delivered a remarkable ball that hit the middle stump and sent the star batsman back to the pavilion. This unexpected dismissal sparked debate among fans and analysts alike, highlighting the unpredictability of cricket and the potential of homegrown talent.
Known for his solid technique and consistency, Babar surprised with the delivery which has since been widely shared on social media platforms. The keeper’s video has gone viral on the internet, with many praising the spinner’s skills while others speculate on the implications of Babar’s form ahead of the tournament.
We present the video:
In a practice match, Babar Azam was clean bowled by Mohd Asghar #BabarAzam𓃵 #ChampionsCuppic.twitter.com/4zUXx7SByn
— Mr. Tajamul (@Tajamul1320) September 10, 2024
Babar, representing the stallions, could score only 20 runs and 20 balls in training.
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Babar Azam is going through a difficult path
Babar has faced difficulties during the last eighteen months. After Pakistan’s failure to qualify for the second round of the T20 World Cup in 2024, it has come under heavy criticism. West India and United States of America (USA)drew special attention with his performance during the powerplay.
His struggles continued in the final Test series against Bangladeshwhere he managed a total of 64 runs in two matches, with an average of 16 at a strike rate of 43.53 and a highest score of 31. It should be noted that Babar has not scored a half-century in Test cricket since January 2023. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) plans to remove Babar from the captaincy.
