PAK Vs BAN: Gautam Gambhir Loses It With Babar Azam After His Pre World Cup Prediction Comes Back To Haunt Him

Published - 28 Oct 2023, 12:36 PM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 12:21 AM

Gautam Gambhir and Babar Azam
Gautam Gambhir and Babar Azam (Credits:X)

Gautam Gambhir, the former Indian opening batsman, has raised concerns about Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, and his leadership skills, suggesting that he needs to improve his performance as the captain of the Pakistan cricket team in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Gambhir’s critique comes amid Pakistan’s underwhelming performance in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which has cast doubt on Azam’s captaincy.

Gambhir, known for his candid remarks, pointed out that leading a team in ODIs is significantly different from captaining a T20 squad. He expressed his view in an interview with Star Sports, stating, “I feel Babar Azam will have to be slightly better in his captaincy as ODI cricket is not like T20 cricket.” This statement emphasizes the greater complexities and responsibilities that come with leading a national team in the 50-over format.

Babar Azam, at 29 years old, is considered one of the brightest talents in world cricket and is a pivotal figure in Pakistan’s lineup. However, his leadership skills have come under scrutiny as Pakistan has had a disappointing World Cup campaign. In six matches, Azam has amassed 207 runs, which includes three half-centuries, at an average of 34.50.

Babar Azam Is In Intensive Pressure After Four Straight Losses

Pakistan began its World Cup journey with wins against the Netherlands and Sri Lanka but subsequently faced defeats against India, Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa. With four losses in a row, Pakistan is now teetering on the brink of elimination from the tournament.

The pressure on Babar Azam has intensified with each defeat, and the upcoming match against Bangladesh on October 31, in Kolkata, carries immense significance for Pakistan’s World Cup aspirations. Azam will need to rally his team to a convincing victory to keep their hopes of progressing in the tournament alive. The Men In Green will face Bangladesh in their next World Cup game.

Gautam Gambhir’s remarks on Babar Azam’s captaincy have added to the ongoing discussions about Pakistan’s performance in the World Cup and the leadership skills of their captain. As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on Babar Azam and whether he can guide his team to a much-needed resurgence to salvage their World Cup campaign.

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Babar Azam Gautam Gambhir ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 ICC ODI World Cup 2023 ICC World Cup 2023 Pakistan National Cricket Team
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