Pakistan’s back-to-back defeats against India in the Asia Cup 2025—first in the group stage on September 14 and then again in the Super Four clash on September 21—have not only dented their campaign but also triggered urgent conversations inside the PCB.
The board believed Babar’s experience and calm presence could steady Pakistan’s fragile batting lineup, which has been struggling to find rhythm.
However, the Asia Cup organizers rejected the request, clarifying that a replacement could only be made if a current squad member was injured, despite the fact that PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi is the head of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). Notably, Babar last played T20Is for Pakistan in December 2024.
Babar Azam set to replace Salman Ali Agha?
A Cricket Pakistan report reads, "Sources revealed that there is a strong possibility of Babar Azam's return for the T20I series against South Africa. With the batting lineup consistently failing, the absence of a senior batter is being strongly felt. The decision on Salman Ali Agha’s role as captain and player will depend on his performance in the remaining Asia Cup match.”
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Babar Azam leads 11-member squad in intensive red-ball camp at NCA
The camp, which kicks off on Tuesday, will feature 11 players who have been asked to report on Monday at the NCA. It will run until September 28 under the watchful eyes of interim red-ball head coach Azhar Mahmood, alongside the NCA’s experienced coaches and support staff.
The camp will focus on strengthening batting techniques, improving red-ball temperament, and refining strategies ahead of the high-stakes Test series against the Proteas side at home.
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