Pakistan is about to start their ICC T20 World Cup 2024 marketing campaign towards co-hosts the United States on June 6 at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. Under the management of Babar Azam, the squad is rigorously making ready in follow periods for his or her event opener. The Green Shirts look like having fun with their intense coaching, with gamers wanting spirited. Having completed as runners-up within the 2022 version, all eyes will likely be on Pakistan. Despite a disappointing efficiency in final 12 months’s ODI World Cup and a short captaincy stint by Shaheen Afridi, Babar Azam was reinstated as T20I captain simply weeks earlier than the 2024 World Cup.
Pakistan’s squad choice for the T20 World Cup 2024 has confronted criticism, notably focusing on Azam Khan. Former captain Shahid Afridi expressed sturdy disapproval of Khan’s health, suggesting he should not be close to the staff.
A viral video displaying the Pakistan staff coaching has sparked debate amongst followers. During the session, Babar Azam was heard calling Azam Khan a reputation, with some believing he mentioned ‘Gainda’ (slang for chubby individuals, actually which means rhinoceros), whereas others disagree. In the video it may be seen that Azam Khan was not proud of Babar.
Babar Azam calling “Ay gainda nai siddha hoya” to Azam Khan .
What if he says “Chal be Zimbu” to Babar Azam?#T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/aNNBO6hkGk
— Sir Boies (@BoiesX45) June 3, 2024
Azam Khan has been criticized for his latest poor efficiency towards England, the place he scored simply 11 runs in two matches and had subpar wicketkeeping. His inclusion within the T20 World Cup squad has been questioned by followers and former selectors, citing his lack of kind and health.
Amidst this criticism, Babar Azam defended the younger participant, urging followers to help the chosen staff. “When we don’t select a player, you ask why. When we do, you ask why he was selected. We need to back the players who have been chosen,” Babar acknowledged in a press convention.
Pakistan’s Recent Performance In T20s
Pakistan has underperformed in latest T20 internationals, drawing a sequence towards a youthful, under-strength New Zealand aspect, dropping the primary match towards Ireland, and struggling a 0-2 defeat to England. There have been vital adjustments within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), affecting the squad. After Pakistan’s exit from the 2023 ODI World Cup, Babar Azam stepped down from his management roles, and Shaheen Afridi was appointed as the brand new T20 captain. However, Shaheen solely led Pakistan solely in a single sequence, the place they misplaced 1-4 to New Zealand away from dwelling. Babar Azam was then re-appointed as captain, and he led the aspect within the latest T20 sequence towards New Zealand, Ireland, and England.