Babar Azam’s Struggles Continue in ODI Series

Babar Azam, the former captain of Pakistan’s cricket team, faced another setback in his ongoing struggle with form during the second ODI against the West Indies in Tarouba. On Sunday, Babar was dismissed for a three-ball duck by Jayden Seales, marking a continuation of his lean patch. This dismissal came on the final ball of the ninth over when Babar attempted a flick towards midwicket, only to have the ball clip his pads and hit the stumps. His recent performances have raised concerns about his batting capabilities, especially in the shortest format of the game.

Social Media Reactions to Babar’s Performance

Following his dismissal, social media was abuzz with reactions from fans and critics alike. Many took to platforms like Twitter to express their disappointment and humor over Babar’s ongoing struggles. Memes and comments highlighted his inability to score consistently, with some fans drawing comparisons to other cricket legends like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. The phrase “Crown Belongs To Kohli” was frequently mentioned, emphasizing Kohli’s superior batting average and consistency.

Pakistan’s Batting Woes in Tarouba

The match itself saw Pakistan struggling at 139/6 when rain interrupted play. Hassan Nawaz and Mohammed Nawaz were at the crease with scores of 17 and five, respectively. The innings had started promisingly with Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub providing a solid foundation. However, the dismissals of Saim Ayub and Babar Azam in quick succession by Seales significantly impacted Pakistan’s momentum.

Captain Rizwan and Team’s Efforts

Pakistan’s captain Mohammad Rizwan, who had previously led the team to victory with a half-century in the first T20I, also failed to make an impact, scoring only 16 runs before being dismissed by Gudakesh Motie. Hussain Talat attempted to stabilize the innings with a score of 31 off 32 balls but was eventually outplayed by Roston Chase.