Former Pakistan Captain Rashid Latif Critiques Babar Azam and Team Pakistan ahead of T20 World Cup Match against India

Former Pakistan cricket captain Rashid Latif has analyzed the performance of Babar Azam and the Pakistan team, highlighting the need for improvement before the crucial T20 World Cup match against India.

Latif emphasized that while Babar Azam is a top batsman, he stressed the importance of learning leadership skills from players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

He commended Team India for their current form and the presence of strong spinners like Kuldeep Yadav, giving them a competitive edge in the upcoming match.

Concerns were raised by Latif regarding Pakistan’s opener selection and fitness issues among bowlers like Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, and Shadab Khan.

Recently appointed Pakistan coach Gary Kirsten‘s late joining of the team after the end of IPL 2024 was also questioned by Latif, urging for better team preparation.

Latif reflected on the popularity of players like Virat Kohli in Pakistan and the unique playing styles that add excitement to the upcoming T20 World Cup clash.