Debate Over Babar Azam's Batting Position and Team Management Decisions in T20 World Cup

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali criticized the decision to have Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman bat in the middle order during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, arguing it contributed to Pakistan's poor performance. Basit suggested Babar should have opposed the move, citing Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket after reportedly being denied captaincy as an example of taking a stand. However, Kamran Akmal disagreed, stating players typically do not challenge management decisions, especially when out of form. Babar struggled in the tournament and was eventually dropped for a crucial match against Sri Lanka.