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'Even If He Is Walking..,' Basit Ali Lauds Babar Azam For His Aura Despite Poor Form

Pakistan's Babar Azam (X.com)Pakistan's Babar Azam (X.com)

Pakistan's white-ball captain, Babar Azam, has had a tough one too many days on the cricket pitch. Once regarded as Pakistan's Virat Kohli, Babar is the sole reason for his decline. From being unable to slam significant scores to getting his team beyond the line, it's not just his heroics with the bat but also his tactical understanding that is missing.

Despite the tough times, Babar Azam, the 29-year-old batter, has not been alone. His fans have continued to show unwavering love and support. Joining them is another former Pakistan cricketer, Basit Ali, who has recently voiced his support for Babar. 

In a video on his YouTube channel, Basit Ali said that Babar Azam might have not been scoring runs however, despite that he is visible on the television, and that his popularity exceeds anyone else in Pakistan as every moment is on TV.

“Babar Azam hasn’t been scoring runs. However, even if he is walking somewhere, the video of that is everywhere on the television. This is when he is out of form. It’s Babar Azam on one side, and all the remaining players on the other side. Every movement of his is on the television," Basit said.

Basat Ali Calls Babar Azam 'Imran Khan'

He also said that because of his popularity, Babar is just like former skipper Imran Khan, who led Pakistan to 1992 World Cup triumph. 

“He (Babar) is the number one in Pakistan in terms of fan following. We have seen the same with Imran Khan. When Imran used to come into the ground, everyone would just chant for him. Now look at Babar Azam, the whole of Faisalabad is crazy for him," the 53-year-old said.

Mission England On Babar Azam's Mind

After a forgetful loss to Bangladesh, Pakistan now sets sight on the upcoming Test against England. The last time they two faced each other in a Test series, England whitewashed them, and Pakistan would hope that history does not repeat itself.

This series is crucial for Babar. With his place in the Test team under scrutiny, the former Test skipper needs to score runs against England to salvage pride for himself and the nation.