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  • Why is Babar Azam a Popular Cricketer?

    Why is Babar Azam a Popular Cricketer?

    Babar Azam is a famous cricketer in the Pakistani cricket team. His move from an average child in Pakistan to becoming a cricket superstar is worth mentioning. Here, we want to discuss his life, accomplishments, and how he has shaped the game. Read this article to know everything about the shining star of the Pakistan cricket team, Babar Azam.

    Babr Azam grew up in Lahore. He belonged to a cricketing family and had been interested in learning the game since childhood. Babar began especially addressing cricket at the neighborhood level. He was remarkably talented from a tender age.

    He sensed affection for sports and joined Wai Cricket Academy. There, he complimented what he had acquired at home with the fundamentals of the game. Babar put in the effort and almost immediately began to attract the selectors. His efforts paid off as he played his first game for the Under-19 side.

    Babar Azam’s Rise to Fame

    He played his first international match in the one-day format against Bangladesh. It was an impressive performance. He scored 50 runs, which later proved to be a real fortune for him. Therefore, Babar gained a central role in the Pakistani national team. His finesse and devotion made him a roaring success. He made a name for himself and had the ability to score runs when things got tough.

    The Pakistan Cricket Board recently announced that Babar Azam was excluded from the test series. The PCB spokesperson stated that Babar Azam is regarded as a world-class player. Therefore, he will be given rest. He and Naseem Shah, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Shaheen Afridi will miss the following two tests against England. The board intends to implement a strategy to allow the young players to shine in the series.

    Babar Azam Centuries

    Babar Azam centuries are the highlights of his career. He has hit several centuries in one-day internationals and T20 formats. Babar is good at constructing innings. His first century in one-day internationals came against the West Indies in 2017. He made 117 runs. That innings marked the advent of many more to come. Since then, Babar Azam centuries count has increased in limited-over matches.

    Babar Azam has stayed caught up in T20 cricket, either. He hit his first T20 hundred against Bangladesh in 2019, which is very useful for the side in T20 cricket. Babar Azam’s century count is 15 for the one-day international format and many for the T20. Every hundred tells a story of labor and determination. Often, it is Babar’s centuries that help Pakistan emerge victorious.

    Babar Azam

    Babar Azam’s Records

    Babar Azam is a current player with several records in international cricket. His very high batting average places him among the best players in the world. Babar’s consistency has earned him the top-most rankings in Batsman.

    Babar has also become the quickest cricketer to complete 1000 runs in T20 internationals. This proves his ability to use the shortest format of the game. Even his supporters and experts recognize that he is in charge of changing the course of history.

    Babar Azam Net Worth

    Babar Azam has made it big in Kuwat’s arena and on any game field. He has also gone off the field into the Zillionaire’s club. Babar Azam net worth is $4 million. His earnings come from cricket contracts, content contributors’ endowments, and sponsors.

    Babar, the Pakistani cricket team captain, receives quite a high salary. He is also a brand ambassador for several companies. So great is his popularity that he has become the hottest cake in the advertising industry.

    For his fans, searching for “Babar Azam pic” to view a photograph of their favorite sportsperson is common. Fans are attracted not only to his performance but also to his down-to-earth demeanor. You can find beautiful Babar Azam pic on social media platforms.

    Leadership Role

    The Pakistani team elected Babar Azam as captain in 2019. This was a challenging yet equally rewarding role. Under his guidance, the team performed well. Babar’s style of leadership is all about composure. He does not want people behind him; instead, he leads from the front and evolves their ideals into hard work.

    Impact on Young Players

    Many young cricket players in Pakistan and worldwide look up to Babar Azam. He has clarified that any dream can be realized with perseverance and hard work. Thus, he has many young supporters striving to walk in his path.

    Babar frequently shares suggestive ways to excel and grow networks with upcoming aspirant cricketers. He is not distant and offers wisdom whenever he gets a chance. The narrative inspires numerous people to take cricket more seriously.

  • Pakistan announced squad for second Test against England

    The Pakistan men’s cricket team selection committee has announced the squad for the upcoming second Test match against England in Multan.

    Kamran Ghulam, Zahir Mehmood, Nauman Ali, and Sajid Khan are on the team. Yesterday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Babar Azam, Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi have been dropped from the team. Spinner Abarar Ahmed is also not included in the squad due to a fever.

    National cricket team Assistant Coach Azhar Mehmood said that Babar was willing to play the remaining matches of the series while we decided to give him some rest.

    National cricketer Fakhar Zaman and former English Captain Michael Vaughan have criticized the PCB’s decision to drop Babar for the remaining matches against England.

    Pakistan playing XI:

    Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood (Captain), Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Muhammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Zahid Mehmood, Sajid Khan, Nauman Ali.

    England playing XI:

    Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (capt), Jamie Smith (wk), Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Jack Leach, Shoaib Bashir

    Pakistan will play their second Test match against England on October 15 in Multan Cricket Stadium.

    Background of first Test match:

    Pakistan scored 556 runs in the first innings thanks to the centuries of Shaan Masood, Abdullah Shafiq and Salman Ali Agha.

    In reply, England scored 823 runs on seven wickets thanks to Harry Brook’s triple century and Joe Root’s double century in the first innings.

    Harry Brook scored 317 runs, while Joe Root scored 262 runs. This was the highest total against Pakistan in Test history.

    On the fourth day,  Pakistan showed a very disappointing performance in the second innings, and six players returned to the pavilion for only 82 runs. Pakistan started their second incomplete innings on the fifth day with 152 runs for six out. Salman Ali Agha was at the wicket with 41 runs, and Aamir Jamal with 27 runs.

    Pakistan’s whole team returned to the pavilion with a total of 220 runs, and England won this match by 47 runs and an inning.

  • ‘No rape at Campus 10’; Punjab College dismisses ‘fake’ reports

    ‘No rape at Campus 10’; Punjab College dismisses ‘fake’ reports

    Amid violent protests over the alleged rape of a female student at Campus 10 of Punjab Group of Colleges (PGC) in Lahore, the institute has released an official statement rubbishing all claims regarding the incident.

    “We would like to address the recent false claims circulating on social media regarding an alleged incident at one of the campuses of Punjab Colleges.

    Following a thorough and impartial investigation by law enforcement authorities, we can confirm that no such incident has been reported to the police or our campus administration, and no student, parent, or guardian has raised concerns,” said a statement issued on Monday by PGC.

    The statement said that despite the lack of credible evidence supporting these allegations, “We remain fully committed to transparency and will continue to work closely with the authorities to ensure a fair and thorough process.”

    “At Punjab Group of Colleges, the safety and well-being of our students and staff are of the utmost importance. We have implemented strict security protocols that are continuously monitored and updated to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone on campus.”

    In the statement, the college also urged its students, parents, and the wider community to avoid following or sharing “news from unverified channels”, as it may cause confusion or unnecessary concern.

    According to earlier reports, a first-year student at PGC Campus 10 was allegedly raped by a security guard named Aun in the college basement last week. The incident occurred when the student was accidentally locked in the basement during lunch break.

    “Her cries for help were heard by a male teacher, leading to her discovery. The guard fled the scene and went into hiding,” read a social media post that went viral, prompting strong reactions from students of PGC as well as the general public.

    The guard also had a history of inappropriate behavior towards female staff members, the post had claimed, as netizens sought action against the accused and demanded better security for students across both government and private education institutions.

    On Sunday, growing demands for the provision of justice to the victim also led to the arrest of the suspect.

    In a statement, Deputy Inspector General (Operations) Faisal Kamran said a special team was formed to nab the suspect and investigate the matter further. He, however, said that the reports of the incident were only circulating on social media, and neither the victim nor her family had yet come forward.

    An FIR [First Information Report] related to the incident has not yet been registered, the statement said, adding that neither the relevant police station, 15 police helpline, nor the college administration had received any report of the incident.

    The spokesperson suggested that the unconfirmed reports on social media may be an attempt to “damage the reputation of the college”, requesting that the public refrain from commenting on social media until the facts are revealed.

    “The suspect is being interrogated to verify the social media news,” the statement said, adding that despite the incident going viral on social media, no evidence had yet emerged regarding the incident.

    Journalist Umar Cheema shared on X (formerly Twitter) that a girl’s father visited the police station with her X-ray reports, claiming that she had stopped attending school due to a bone fracture.

    Protests turn violent

    Meanwhile, with reports of the incident spreading like wildfire, students from different campuses of PGC took to the roads on Monday, demanding justice for the victim.

    According to social media reports, the students were met with heavy resistance from Punjab Police.

    A viral video also showed students pelting stones at police officials who had arrived at Campus 10 to meet with the college administration.

    Unconfirmed reports also claimed at least 27 were injured when police baton-charged the protesting students.

    The rescue team said the wounded students were provided medical treatment.

    Notably, the registration of the college was suspended till further orders.

  • Will the government allow PTI leaders to meet Imran Khan?

    Will the government allow PTI leaders to meet Imran Khan?

    The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has set a condition for calling off its protest on October 15, which coincides with the day Pakistan is set to host the SCO summit.

    PTI’s condition is that their leaders should be allowed a meeting with the party founder, Imran Khan, and allow his personal physician to check up on him.

    Geo News reported that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) rejected the proposal, with its Senator Talal Chaudhry emphasising: “The call for protest is merely an effort to blackmail the government.”

    Meanwhile, there are also reports that through some backchannel contacts, the government may allow Barrister Gohal Ali Khan and Hamid Raza to meet Khan today to withdraw the protest call.

    PTI Chairman Gohar Ali Khan wrote a request to the Interior Ministry to allow him and Hamid to meet with Khan three days before the protest call.

    In the letter, it was written, “It is to invite your attention to the subject matter that the last time Imran Khan was visited by our lawyers in Adiala Jail was October 3, 2024. Since then, no one has been allowed to visit Imran Khan. There is grave concern amongst the political leadership and workers of PTI about the health concern and wellbeing of Imran Khan.”

    There has also been internal opposition within PTI to postpone the protest in the greater interest of the country, with those opposing including CM KP Ali Amin Gandapur and Gohar Ali Khan, while Hammad Azhar, Salman Akram, and others advocated for holding the protest.

  • ACM Group of Industries Celebrates Consecutive Wins: Brand of the Year & Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence 2023-24

    ACM Group of Industries Celebrates Consecutive Wins: Brand of the Year & Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence 2023-24

    ACM Group of Industries is proud to announce two prestigious wins: “Brand of the Year 2023-24” and “Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence 2023-24.”

    These awards, presented by the Brand of the year Association and Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), recognize Osaka Batteries for its exceptional performance, innovation, and consumer trust.

    Since 2006, Osaka Batteries has consistently earned the Brand of the Year title, affirming its leadership in the battery industry. This year’s win is particularly special with the additional recognition of Best Battery Manufacturing Company of the Year Excellence, marking a new milestone for ACM Group of Industries. This honor is a testament to the company’s superior technology and wide range of products, making Osaka and Saga Batteries a top choice for consumers.

    Both awards were received by Muhammad Mustafa Bin Talha, Chief Executive Officer of ACM Group of Industries, who shared his gratitude: “These awards reflect the relentless dedication of our entire team. We are deeply grateful to our customers and partners for their trust, which motivates us to continue delivering unmatched quality.”

    Mr. Hammad Rasul – Director of Sales further added, “As a team, we will keep pushing boundaries and strive to lead the industry with innovation and excellence.”

    A special thank you goes out to our trade partners, loyal customers, and our hardworking production teams for their tireless efforts. With your support, ACM Group of Industries continues to lead the charge in innovation and quality, setting new standards in the battery manufacturing industry! www.acmgroup.com.pk

  • PCB shares the reason for dropping Babar Azam from the team

    PCB shares the reason for dropping Babar Azam from the team

    Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has shared the reason behind dropping Babar Azam from the team for the remaining matches against England.

    According to Geo, the Cricket Board has said that four top players, including former captain Babar Azam, have been rested so that they can come back refreshed.

    According to the PCB spokesperson, Babar Azam is the best batsman of his generation, and the board wants a mentally refreshed Babar to represent Pakistan in the future. Picking the squad for the upcoming Test against England has been a challenging task for the selectors, who had to consider the current form of the players, the urgency of returning to the series and Pakistan’s 2024-25 international schedule.

    Keeping these factors in mind and in the best interest of Pakistan cricket and its players, it has been decided to rest Babar Azam, Naseem Shah, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Shaheen Shah Afridi.

    The spokesperson further said that PCB is providing opportunities to our young players and domestic performers to showcase their skills against the strong England team. The cricket board believes that Haseebullah, Mehran Mumtaz, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Ali, Nauman, Sajid and Zahid each can seize the opportunity and serve the team in the remaining two Test matches.

    The spokesperson said that PCB also has to focus on developing the next generation of its Test players, and this series is an opportunity to induct youngsters into the team.

    Pakistan has announced their squad for the second and third matches against England, and Babar, Naseem, and Shaheen have been rested for the remaining matches.

    However, aggressive batsman Fakhar Zaman has criticized PCB for dropping Babar Azam.

  • Fakhar Zaman slams PCB’s decision to drop Babar Azam

    Fakhar Zaman slams PCB’s decision to drop Babar Azam

    National cricketer Fakhar Zaman has severely criticized Pakistan Cricket Board’s decision to drop former captain Babar Azam in the second and third Test matches against England.

    Fakhar wrote on X sitting Indian star cricketer Virat Kohli, “It’s concerning to hear suggestions about dropping Babar Azam. India didn’t bench Virat Kohli during his rough stretch between 2020 and 2023, when he averaged 19.33, 28.21, and 26.50, respectively.”

    “If we are considering sidelining our premier batsman, arguably the best Pakistan has ever produced, it could send a deeply negative message across the team. There is still time to avoid pressing the panic button; we should focus on safeguarding our key players rather than undermining them,” he wrote.

    The Pakistan squad for the second and third Tests against England was announced on Sunday, while Babar Azam, Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi have been dropped from the team.

  • Babar, Naseem and Shaheen dropped from second Test squad against England

    Babar, Naseem and Shaheen dropped from second Test squad against England

    Pakistan squad for the second Test match against England has been announced, and Babar Azam, Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi have been dropped from the team.

    Captain Shan Masood, Saud Shakeel, Abdullah Shafiq, Aamir Jamal, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan, Nauman Ali, Saeem Ayub, Sajid Khan, Zahid Mehmood, Haseebullah, Kamran Ghulam, Mehran Mumtaz, Mir Hamza, Muhammad Ali and Salman Ali Agha are also part of the 16-member squad.

    Sarfaraz Ahmed has not been included in the squad for the second Test match against England.

    The second Test of the series between Pakistan and England will also be played in Multan from October 15. England has a one-zero lead in the three-Test series.

  • Pakistani players should watch ‘Lagaan’ movie for motivation: Ahmed Shehzad

    Pakistani players should watch ‘Lagaan’ movie for motivation: Ahmed Shehzad

    National cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has advised the Pakistan cricket team to watch the famous Bollywood hit ‘Lagaan’ after its stunning defeat against England in the first Test.

    Talking on his YouTube channel, he said, “Pakistani players should watch ‘Lagaan’ movie for the spirit because the Pakistan Cricket Board has to spend money from their pocket, and you people have no idea about the honour of the country. Take a bowler like Kachra (A bowler in the Lagaan movie) who dismissed England players because our spinners don’t have leisure with chai pani.”

    “Any team coming on the Pakistani home ground is beating them, and we are witnessing a historic defeat against Bangladesh for the first time, followed by a poor performance against England. Changes in the team have become inevitable as social media can no longer fool the nation; the selectors and the chairman will have to give young players a chance,” he said.

    Pakistani team is in its worst form, getting defeated by a smaller teams like Bangladesh on their home ground. Now England beat them in the first test match by an innings and 47 runs in Multan.

  • The cost of unrest: PTI protests could deter foreign investments at SCO summit

    The cost of unrest: PTI protests could deter foreign investments at SCO summit

    As Islamabad ramps up security efforts for eight high profile delegations attending the SCO summit 2024, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has thrown a spanner in the works. While whispers of multibillion dollar international investments deals can be heard amongst lawmakers in Islamabad, murmurs about a potential PTI march on the SCO summit are also raising concerns.

    With world leaders slightly shaken by the recent BLA attacks that claimed the lives of two Chinese engineers in Karachi, economic negotiations are progressing relatively unhindered. However, a possible large scale mobilization of PTI protestors poses a severe threat to the economy and businesses.

    This is because foreign investors are likely to perceive Pakistan as a suboptimal destination for their investments due to political instability. This pullback of investor funds will come at a cost to the Pakistani economy in terms of a loss of potential FDI – A loss that cash strapped Pakistan cannot afford to bear.

    As such, in preparation of wide scale protests and possible riots, the government has imposed section 144 until the conclusion of the SCO summit to deter the gathering of dissidents and rioters. This move is a way to portray a politically stable picture of Pakistan so that the multibillion dollar deals with Saudi Arabia and China are not at risk.

    The projects for which Pakistan wants to secure investments include the Reko Diq mining operation and the completion of the M1 railway from Karachi to Peshawar. If investors sense danger from large rallies and protests, Pakistan will lose out – big time.

    There will be no clear winners if PTI protests break out while the SCO summit is in session. Perhaps it would be best if a moratorium of hostilities is observed between the government and opposition. Will PTI temporarily put its differences aside for the interest of the nation or will political interest prevail?