PCB set to exclude Babar Azam from T20I squad? 3 main reasons for Babar’s setback

Babar Azam is currently facing a tough phase in his cricket career. According to reports, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may not consider his name for the upcoming series against Australia, the first ODI of which will be played at the MCG on November 4. Babar has been struggling with his form for the past several months and recently stepped away from the captaincy duties.

The Pakistan cricket team is trying to regain its footing after a disappointing performance in the ICC T20 World Cup, where they suffered a shock defeat against the USA and failed to advance beyond the group stage. There are many reasons behind the possibility of Babar being dropped from the T20 squad. Questions have been raised about his batting technique as he has not been able to score runs as per his talent.

At times, he became vulnerable to the opposition bowlers at crucial junctures, leaving his team in challenging situations. Babar’s strike rate in T20 matches is currently less than 130, which is not ideal for modern cricket where scoring runs quickly is essential. His batting style leans more towards an anchor role than aggressive scoring and a 130 strike rate can hamper the team’s overall performance. Despite his struggles, he managed to score 808 runs this year, but at a disappointing average of 32.32.

PCB selectors eager to make their mark with the new generation of talented cricketers have several promising options to consider. Players like Omair Yousuf, Mohammad Harris and all-rounder Qasim Akram are capable of replacing Babar Azam in the national team.