In the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, all eyes will be on the Pakistan cricket team. Led by Babar Azam, the team has faced criticism for their squad selection, particularly with one player, Azam Khan, facing backlash. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi even went as far as saying he would not allow Azam Khan near the team due to fitness issues.
Azam Khan has been under fire for his poor performance in the T20I series against England, where he scored just 11 runs in two matches and had questionable glove-work. Fans and former selectors have raised concerns about his inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad, citing his lackluster performances and apparent physical condition. Despite the criticism, Pakistan captain Babar Azam has defended Azam Khan, urging fans to support all the selected players as they prepare for the upcoming tournament.
In a press conference, Babar Azam emphasized the importance of backing the players who have been selected for the T20 World Cup. He called for unity and support for the players as they represent Pakistan on the global stage. The team is under constant scrutiny when it comes to squad selection and Babar Azam highlighted this point during his speech.
Criticism of Pakistan’s squad selection continues to mount with some interpreting Babar Azam’s comments in a training session as a derogatory term for overweight people.
Despite these challenges, Babar Azam remains confident that his team will perform well in the upcoming tournament and bring glory to Pakistan on a global stage.
