ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s National team captain Babar Azam has insisted that Pakistan will have to play top-quality cricket to lift the ICC T20I World Cup 2024 trophy.
In a candid conversation with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) podcast, Babar Azam expressed his excitement and determination for the ongoing T20I World Cup. Reflecting on Pakistan’s performance in previous ICC T20 World Cups and the ACC T20 Asia Cup 2022, Babar Azam acknowledged the team’s commendable runs to the finals and semifinals but highlighted the need to rectify past mistakes.
Babar Azam stressed the significance of effort and positivity, emphasizing the importance of players’ body language, communication, and mindset on the field. He highlighted his aspiration to lift an ICC trophy for Pakistan.
Acknowledging the challenges posed by unfamiliar conditions in the USA, where Pakistan will play for the first time, Babar Azam revealed the team’s efforts to gather insights from players with prior experience in those conditions to aid their preparations.
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Discussing the much-anticipated India-Pakistan match, Babar Azam recognized the immense hype and pressure surrounding the fixture but emphasized the need for his team to stay calm, focus on the basics, and play with confidence.
Azam also discussed his responsibilities as captain, emphasizing the importance of communication, support, and confidence-building among players. Reflecting on past defeats, Babar Azam highlighted areas for improvement, including fielding, bowling execution, and maintaining composure under pressure.
Babar Azam mentioned the impactful role of injuries and tactical decisions in key matches, emphasizing the collective effort required for success and the importance of learning from past experiences to excel in future tournaments.
