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Decline of Babar Azam: Once touted as generational talent, now a burden

Once hailed as Pakistans next batting great, Babar Azam now finds himself under intense scrutiny. Despite towering career numbers, his poor strike rate, powerplay struggles, and inability to adapt to modern T20 demands have eroded his aura. As Pakistan rethink roles and combinations, Babars place, purpose, and future in the format hang in the balance.

24 Feb 2026 8:00 am