AFG vs PAK: Babar Azam Falls to Mujeeb Ur Rehman’s Tactics in First ODI – Watch Video

Babar Azam's vulnerability against spin was exploited by Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Pakistan captain Babar Azam faced a quick exit from the crease with a three-ball duck in the first ODI against Afghanistan. The match is part of a three-game series and is being held in Hambantota. Babar had to come in early as opener Fakhar Zaman fell on the fourth ball of the opening over.

Drawing from historical patterns, Babar Azam’s vulnerability against spin was exploited by Afghanistan, who capitalised on it by bringing in Mujeeb Ur Rahman as early as the second over.

Babar could not escape the trap as he succumbed to it. Mujeeb bowled a delivery on a good length targeting the stumps. Babar stepped forward to defend, but the ball beat his bat on the inside edge, striking the front pad, resulting in an LBW decision.

Watch Video: Babar Azam Registers a Duck

Having doubts about his dismissal, Babar Azam decided to challenge the decision through a review. However, the third umpire confirmed the on-field decision, leading to Babar’s dismissal and Pakistan’s loss of a review.