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[Watch] Not Virat or Rohit! Gambhir Picks Babar Azam To Set World Cup On Fire

image-lmvvyi0zBabar Azam playing against Sri Lanka [Twitter]

In a recent interview, former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir stirred up excitement and speculation ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023 by singling out Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, as the player to watch. Gambhir, a respected figure in the cricketing world, emphasized that Babar Azam possesses all the qualities needed to set the ODI World Cup ablaze.

Currently holding the coveted title of the No. 1-ranked ODI batter globally, Babar Azam's prowess is not limited to one format. He is a rare talent who stands tall in the top 10 rankings for all three formats. Gambhir's choice of Babar Azam as his favorite cricketer was a nod to the captain's exceptional skill and consistency on the field.

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Gambhir's bold prediction has raised eyebrows and fueled discussions among cricket enthusiasts. As India basks in the glory of its recent Asia Cup 2023 victory, boasting a formidable lineup that includes the likes of Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah, the spotlight is firmly on their preparation for the upcoming ODI World Cup.

While hopes are high for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to shine in the World Cup, Gambhir's choice of Babar Azam, an arch-rival from Pakistan, has added an intriguing twist to the narrative. 

In the midst of this anticipation, India is currently engaged in a three-match ODI series against Australia. The first ODI, held at PCA, Mohali, witnessed India's victory as they defeated Australia by five wickets.