Pakistan Star Babar Azam Makes Heartening Gesture by Gifting his Gloves to Young Girl Ahead of SCG Test
Pakistan cricketer Babar Azam touched hearts during the third Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) by gifting his gloves to a young aspiring girl. The heartwarming moment occurred as Babar was returning from practice and stopped to take pictures with fans. When he learned that the girl’s family planned to move to Pakistan so she could represent the nation in cricket in the future, Babar graciously handed over his gloves, much to her delight.
Babar Azam, known for his kindness and sportsmanship, has amassed a massive fan following due to his demeanor on and off the field. However, the cricketer recently faced criticism for his captaincy and batting form since the ODI World Cup, which led to him stepping down as captain in all formats. Shan Masood and Shaheen Afridi were subsequently appointed as captains for Tests and T20Is, respectively.
While Babar has experienced a drop in his overall batting form, he remains the top-ranked batter in the latest ODI rankings. However, his struggles continued during the ongoing Test series against Australia. In the first innings of the third Test, Babar was dismissed for just 26 runs, adding to a string of underwhelming performances throughout the tour.
After winning the toss and choosing to bat first, Pakistan stumbled to 4/2 in the second over, putting them on the back foot. Babar briefly relieved the pressure by playing some elegant shots, but he fell victim to Pat Cummins, who dismissed him for the third time in the series. Although initially given not out, Australia successfully reviewed the decision, leaving Babar disappointed.
Unfortunately, Babar’s batting woes have persisted throughout the tour, as he has failed to score a single half-century in five innings. With just 103 runs to his name at an average of 20.60, his poor form has contributed to Pakistan falling into a 0-2 hole in the series.
Currently, Pakistan finds itself in a battle at 220/6 in 52 overs after a shaky start at 47/4. Mohammad Rizwan led the recovery with a valiant 88 off 103 deliveries, while Agha Salman remains unbeaten on 49* off 62 balls. Pakistan will be determined to avoid a 17th consecutive Test defeat in Australia and prevent a whitewash in the series.
Despite his struggles on the field, Babar Azam’s act of kindness towards the young girl serves as a reminder of his character and generosity. It is gestures like these that show the true essence of sportsmanship, making Babar a beloved figure among fans around the world.
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