Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan: The Reasons Behind Their T20I Omission

The absence of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan from the Pakistan T20I squad has sparked considerable discussion. Reports indicate that former captain Wasim Akram believes both players are responsible for their exclusion. Akram observed that the pair did not adjust their approach to suit modern T20I cricket, where aggressive hitting and boundary scoring are prevalent. He contrasted their performance with that of current team members, who are regularly hitting sixes. While acknowledging Babar Azam’s considerable skills, Akram emphasized that the future of Azam’s T20I career is not guaranteed. Babar Azam has a strong record in T20Is.