Babar Azam Hails Pakistan’s Tenacity Despite New Zealand Defeat in Third T20I
Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam has lauded the team’s resilience and determination despite suffering a hard-fought defeat at the hands of New Zealand in the third T20I. Babar emphasized the crucial role played by Shadab Khan in stabilizing the team after Mohammad Rizwan’s unfortunate injury, highlighting the significance of partnerships in cricket.
Speaking at the post-match ceremony at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Babar expressed his satisfaction with the team’s batting performance, noting that a score between 180 to 190 is considered competitive in Rawalpindi’s conditions. He praised the efforts of Shadab Khan and Irfan Khan for their explosive partnership, which almost brought victory within reach.
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Despite falling short by approximately 10 runs, Babar remained positive and confident in the team’s abilities, pointing out that they were on track but just missed the mark. He acknowledged the challenges faced with Rizwan’s injury but commended the players for stepping up and putting up a fight against a strong New Zealand side.
Babar’s words reflect a sense of unity and belief within the team, setting the stage for an intriguing remainder of the T20I series. With the series now level at 1-1, both Pakistan and New Zealand will look to seize the momentum in the upcoming matches at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
