Abdul Razzaq, a former cricketer, has criticized Babar Azam, a batsman, for his poor decisions as a captain, suggesting that Babar lacks the skills to lead a team.
Babar Azam stepped down as the captain of the national side on November 15, 2023, after facing criticism for Pakistan’s disappointing performances in the Asia Cup and the World Cup.
Razzaq shared his views on the Geo News program ‘Haarna Mana Hay,’ expressing that he tried to inform people about something they might not know. He specifically commented on a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings, suggesting that Babar should have brought in an experienced bowler to counter Kieron Pollard, a key player for Karachi Kings.
The former all-rounder emphasized the importance of Babar’s role in the team’s middle order and highlighted the need for a strong middle order. He mentioned that Babar’s batting style can create momentum in the lineup.
Kainat Imtiaz, a former woman cricketer, praised the solid platform created by Babar and Mohammad Rizwan for batting. She expressed her admiration for both national team players.
In the PSL match, Karachi Kings secured a victory by defeating Peshawar Zalmi by seven wickets at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Kieron Pollard played a crucial role in guiding Karachi Kings to successfully chase down the 155-run target.