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[Watch] Babar Azam Gets Cleaned Up By A Local Spinner Before Pakistan's Champions One-Day Cup

Babar Azam in practice match (X)Babar Azam in practice match (X)

The much-anticipated inaugural edition of Pakistan’s Champions One-Day Cup 2024 gears up for its commencement on September 12. The preparations are in full swing with players pushing themselves in rigorous practice sessions and practice matches. 

Among the stars looking to regain form is Babar Azam, who has been under scrutiny following his recent slump in international cricket. However, in a practice match ahead of the tournament, the prolific batter suffered a rare dismissal that has caught the attention of fans and critics alike. 

Babar Azam Displays Poor Performance In Practice Match

A video that has gone viral on social media shows Babar Azam being clean-bowled by left-arm spinner Mohammad Asghar. In a crucial moment during the practice session, Babar attempted a paddle sweep against a well-placed delivery but mistimed the shot completely. The ball sneaked under his bat and crashed into the middle stumps. 

The delivery from Asghar was a testament to his precision, as he landed the ball perfectly, luring Babar into playing an aggressive shot. The misjudged paddle sweep by the Pakistan captain further compounded his recent struggles with form.

Babar Azam To Feature In Champions One-Day Cup 2024 

In the upcoming Champions One-Day Cup, Babar Azam is expected to be a key player for the Stallions, though he will not be leading the side. Instead, the team will be captained by Mohammad Haris. Eyes will be on Babar as he strives to regain his touch and silence critics after a disappointing series defeat against Bangladesh at home.

The Champions One-Day Cup 2024 promises to be a crucial platform for Babar Azam to return to his best, and for other players to showcase their skills as Pakistan looks to strengthen its domestic cricket structure.

It is worth mentioning, in a recent home Test series against Bangladesh, Babar Azam was unable to achieve a single fifty-plus score. This performance also led to a notable drop in his ICC Test batters' ranking, with Babar now positioned at 12th place.