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Babar Azam Makes Embarrassing Blunder While Congratulating Anderson On Retirement; Deletes Post

Babar Azam fumbled farewell message to James AndersonBabar Azam fumbled farewell message to James Anderson

In a period riddled with controversy and misfortune, Pakistan captain Babar Azam found himself in yet another unfortunate incident with his wish for the retiring England pacer James Anderson.

Following a dismal exit from the T20 World Cup 2024, where Pakistan was ousted in the group stages, Babar's captaincy has been under intense scrutiny. Critics and fans alike have clamoured for his removal, questioning his leadership at every turn.

Babar Azam's tweet on James Anderson's retirement receives backlash

Adding insult to injury, Babar Azam recently committed a significant faux pas on social media, one that might seem minor in isolation but feels huge amid his current troubles.

In a bid to pay tribute to England's legendary seam bowler James Anderson, who recently retired after an illustrious career, Babar mistakenly praised Anderson for his "cutters" rather than his iconic swing bowling—a blunder that did not go unnoticed.

On X, Babar initially wrote, "It was a privilege to face your cutters, Jimmy! The beautiful game will now miss one of its greatest. Your incredible service to the sport has been nothing short of remarkable. Huge respect for you, GOAT."

However, realizing his error, he hastily deleted the tweet, replacing it with a more accurate choice of words, highlighting Anderson's renowned swing bowling instead.

Check out Babar Azam's error-laden tweet for James Anderson


This slip of the tongue (or rather, of the tweet) quickly became fodder for social media, with fans and pundits alike seizing the opportunity to further critique the beleaguered captain.

The error might have been quickly corrected, but in the unforgiving world of online discourse, it became another chapter in the saga of Babar's misadventures.

Check out Babar Azam's modified Post


Meanwhile, James Anderson concluded his storied Test career with 704 wickets, a record for a pace bowler, bowing out after England's emphatic victory over West Indies by an innings and 114 runs.

His farewell was met with a flood of accolades and heartfelt messages from around the cricketing world, celebrating his more than two decades of commitment to the sport.