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Babar Azam Faces Media and Public Criticism Ahead of PSL 2025 Kickoff

A tense press conference and social media backlash over a team dinner highlight scrutiny on Pakistan cricket's leadership and fitness standards.

Babar Azam lashed out at a reporter during the PSL official press conference.
Babar Azam in action for Pakistan.
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Overview

  • Babar Azam rebuked a journalist during a PSL pre-tournament press conference when asked if he would only speak up after Pakistan cricket was 'finished.'
  • A video of Peshawar Zalmi's team dinner, featuring Babar Azam and others consuming biryani and sugary drinks, drew criticism online for perceived lax fitness discipline.
  • The Pakistan national team recently suffered a string of poor performances, including a whitewash in an ODI series against New Zealand and missing the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals.
  • Babar Azam, dropped from the T20I squad due to underperformance, aims to use the PSL as a platform to regain form and potentially re-enter national selection discussions.
  • Peshawar Zalmi, captained by Babar Azam, begins their PSL campaign on April 12 against Quetta Gladiators, seeking to end their title drought in the tournament's 10th season.