Babar Azam’s Return to Test Captaincy Demanded by Fans Amidst Pakistan’s Struggles
Babar Azam, the star Pakistani batter, has emerged as the popular choice among fans to reclaim his former role as Test captain, despite not currently holding the position. During the third day of the first Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, a video captured the crowd’s fervent support for Babar’s return to leadership.
The video, which has gone viral on social media, showcases the spectators’ unwavering admiration for the talented batsman. The stump microphone clearly recorded the crowd’s chant, which reverberated through the stadium: “Humara Kaptaan Kaisa Ho? Babar Azam Jaisa Ho.”
Babar’s decision to step down as Pakistan’s captain across all formats came after a disappointing performance in the ODI World Cup held in India last year. Shaheen Afridi, who took over as the new skipper, faced challenges and was subsequently removed from the role. Babar was then reinstated as the leader of the Men in Green in the white-ball formats.
Meanwhile, Shan Masood remains the captain of Pakistan’s red-ball team but is yet to secure his maiden victory in the longest format of the game.
The match between Pakistan and Bangladesh witnessed a spirited fightback from the visitors, with four of their top seven batters scoring defiant fifties. Bangladesh reached 316-5 in response to Pakistan’s 448-6 declared.
Babar Azam’s potential return to Test captaincy has sparked discussions among fans and experts. Some believe that his experience and leadership qualities would benefit the team, while others argue that it may disrupt the current setup.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has not yet made any official announcement regarding Babar’s future as Test captain. However, the crowd’s enthusiastic support for his return is a clear indication of his popularity and the high regard in which he is held by Pakistani cricket fans.
