In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, Pakistan’s star batsman Babar Azam scored a commanding century against Saud Shakeel’s Dolphins in the ongoing Champions One-Day Cup, silencing critics and a cheeky sledge from none other than Sarfaraz Ahmed.
This performance comes at a crucial time for Babar, who has been under scrutiny for his recent lack of form.
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The match kicked off with the Dolphins, led by Saud Shakeel, making a strong start thanks to a 76-run opening stand between Shan Masood and Yasir Khan. But the real fireworks began when Sarfaraz Ahmed, who had controversially inserted himself into the playing XI despite being a mentor, decided to spice things up.
Caught on the stump mic, Sarfaraz quipped,
No hurry, no hurry! Let them [the crowd] keep chirping ‘Babar, Babar’. We’ll make him play 40 overs, all the others will get out.
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This cheeky dig at Babar’s form and strike rate spread like wildfire on social media, with fans eagerly anticipating Babar’s response.
And respond he did. Walking to the crease amidst a chorus of cheers from his home crowd, Babar Azam put on a masterclass in batting. As the Stallions, captained by Mohammad Haris, struggled with regular wickets falling, Babar stood firm. He smashed his way to a century in just 99 balls, finishing with a commanding 104 off 100 balls. His performance was a clear message to Sarfaraz and his doubters: Babar Azam is back, and he’s not here to play nice.
Following Babar’s impressive knock, Sarfaraz Ahmed’s own stint at the crease was a flop, managing a mere five runs off 15 balls. Fans were quick to highlight the irony of Sarfaraz’s earlier comments, celebrating Babar’s return to form.
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The seventh match of the Champions One-Day Cup was pivotal for both teams. The Dolphins, under Saud Shakeel’s leadership, had hoped to capitalize on their strong start, but Babar’s innings proved decisive for the Stallions. His century not only helped stabilize the innings but also served as a powerful statement against his detractors.
