Babar Azam’s encounter with fans turns sour in Cardiff

Sports: Babar Azam’s encounter with fans turns sour in Cardiff. Pakistani cricket sensation Babar Azam found himself at the center of controversy as he lashed out at eager fans for invading his privacy during a stroll on the streets of Cardiff.

The incident, which occurred amidst Pakistan’s ongoing tour of England in preparation for the T20 World Cup, has sparked widespread debate and garnered significant attention on social media platforms.

The video footage, captured in Cardiff, portrays a visibly irritated Babar Azam as he is approached by a group of fans seeking selfies and greetings.

Despite the presence of security personnel, the relentless pursuit of fans seemed to unsettle the cricketing star, prompting him to demand space and privacy. “Can you give 2 minutes?” Babar Azam is heard exclaiming in frustration as fans clamored around him.

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Subsequently, Babar Azam, with an evident display of displeasure, urged the fans to maintain distance, expressing his discomfort with the situation. “Mere upar nahi chadho, Baat kar raha hu, video banae jaa rahe ho,” he asserted, signaling his desire to be left undisturbed.

Babar Azam’s encounter with fans turns sour in Cardiff

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– Turbulent Preparation –

Pakistan’s lead-up to the tournament in the West Indies and the USA has been anything but smooth. Babar Azam replaced Shaheen Shah Afridi as captain just three months before the World Cup’s start. Despite a challenging 2-2 home series draw against a weakened New Zealand in April, and a shaky series against Ireland, which they won 2-1 after losing the opener, Pakistan’s form remains inconsistent.

– Group A Battles and Key Matches –

Pakistan ae placed in Group A alongside rival India, co-hosts the USA, Canada, and Ireland. The top two teams will advance to the Super Eight in the West Indies, with the final in Barbados on June 29. A critical match against India in New York on June 9 could determine Pakistan’s fate, potentially making their final group game against Ireland a knockout affair.

– Confident Captain and Team Overhaul –

Babar Azam remains confident: “Semi-final and then final, so it’s our turn to win the trophy this time,” he stated before departing for Ireland.

Since their disappointing exit from the 50-over World Cup last November, Pakistan cricket has undergone significant changes.

The coaching staff has been changed twice, and the captaincy has swapped hands from Azam to Shaheen and back. Mohsin Naqvi, the country’s interior minister, had taken over the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), revamped the selection committee, organised a training camp at an army base, and appointed former South African opener Gary Kirsten as the white-ball coach.