Babar Azam Faces Heavy Trolls After Another Failure Ahead of T20 World Cup
Babar Azam’s low score vs Australia adds to concern over his T20 form ahead of the 2026 World Cup despite Pakistan’s win.
Babar Azam’s tough run in T20 cricket continued in the first T20I against Australia, even though Pakistan sealed a comfortable 22-run win. His low score once again became the talking point among fans and experts.
Babar made 24 off 20 balls before getting bowled by Adam Zampa in the 14th over. He attempted a reverse sweep but missed the line, leaving many unhappy with his shot choice at a key stage of the innings.
The dismissal quickly triggered heavy trolling on social media. Many fans questioned why Babar was trying an unorthodox shot when he was struggling to find rhythm and timing in the middle.
Concerns around his T20 form were already high before this match. Several former players and fans have openly debated his selection for the 2026 T20 World Cup due to his recent numbers in the shortest format.
Despite his batting failure, Pakistan still controlled the game. Babar contributed in the field, taking three sharp catches during Australia’s chase, which helped keep pressure on the visitors.
Pakistan’s bowlers defended the target well and restricted Australia to secure a 22-run victory. The team result softened the focus slightly, but Babar’s form remained a major topic of discussion.
His struggles are not limited to international cricket. In the Big Bash League 2025–26, Babar had a disappointing season, scoring 202 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 103 and an average of 22. He managed only two half-centuries.
The slow scoring rate raised fresh questions about his suitability for modern T20 cricket, where intent and quick runs are often valued over long stays at the crease.
Interestingly, other Pakistan stars also found the BBL challenging. Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi failed to make a strong impact in their debut Big Bash seasons, showing the league’s difficulty for overseas players.
As Pakistan look ahead to major T20 tournaments, the debate around Babar Azam’s role and approach is only growing louder. Fans are now keen to see whether he can adapt his game and silence critics before it is too late.
