There’s no denying that Babar Azam remains one of Pakistan’s finest modern-day batters, revered for his classy strokeplay and textbook technique. But even the best go through rough patches, and Babar is no exception. His form in white-ball cricket, especially in T20s, has come under scrutiny lately, and his struggles in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 have only amplified the concern for both him and his franchise, Peshawar Zalmi.
However, fans recently received a glimmer of hope. A video doing the rounds on social media showed Babar in an intense net session, working specifically on his range hitting. And it wasn’t just about intent—he was striking the ball cleanly and timing his big shots with precision. The sweet sound of the ball coming off his bat brought smiles to his supporters and relief to the Zalmi camp.
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Clearly, the 30-year-old is trying to evolve his T20 game and break through this lean patch. Zalmi, under Babar’s leadership, have had a forgettable start to their PSL 2025 campaign, sitting at the bottom of the points table with two losses and a concerning net run-rate of -4.550.
The sound of his bat is better than therapy.#BabarAzam𓃵|#BabarAzam pic.twitter.com/AbYI4bIbXL
— Babar Azam 56 (@BabarAzam_152) April 18, 2025
Their next test comes against Multan Sultans on Saturday, April 19, in Rawalpindi—a crucial game for both teams. The Sultans, led by Mohammad Rizwan, are also winless so far but sit just above Zalmi due to a slightly better NRR of -1.411.
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With both sides desperate for their first win, this clash holds high stakes. A win for Zalmi could lift them off the bottom and boost morale, while the Sultans would be aiming to avoid slipping further. For Babar Azam, it’s not just about points anymore—it’s about making a statement with the bat and leading from the front when his team needs him most.
