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Salman Butt speaking about Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan's place in T20I team, during an interview:
“You cannot completely rule them (Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan) out, looking at their performance charts over the years. Players usually experience peak periods lasting two to four years. Babar Azam, for three years, was ranked at the top in ICC rankings and was Pakistan’s leading run scorer. The nation has showered him with immense love and appreciation. He was visible on every major billboard and advertisement because of his performances. He even became Pakistan’s captain, though opinions on his captaincy vary—some believe he was not suited for the role. However, as a player, he was an outstanding run-getter in his peak years.”
“Babar Azam is still young, he is no longer at his peak. His runs are not flowing as freely, he is not playing big innings as consistently, and his overall fluency has diminished. This happens to many players, but top players find ways to make a comeback. So, I do not think Babar or Rizwan can be ruled out completely.”
“It is good to see that other players are performing well and the team is winning. Previously, Pakistan was criticized for not being aggressive in the first six overs, and long innings by key players often limited opportunities for others. Now, with new players getting chances, we can evaluate whether these previous issues were truly the problem or if other factors were at play.”
“This journey has just begun, and so far, things look promising. However, Babar and Rizwan cannot be ruled out completely. If the team manages to develop a solid, aggressive unit alongside them, it would be a great thing for Pakistan cricket."
“You cannot completely rule them (Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan) out, looking at their performance charts over the years. Players usually experience peak periods lasting two to four years. Babar Azam, for three years, was ranked at the top in ICC rankings and was Pakistan’s leading run scorer. The nation has showered him with immense love and appreciation. He was visible on every major billboard and advertisement because of his performances. He even became Pakistan’s captain, though opinions on his captaincy vary—some believe he was not suited for the role. However, as a player, he was an outstanding run-getter in his peak years.”
“Babar Azam is still young, he is no longer at his peak. His runs are not flowing as freely, he is not playing big innings as consistently, and his overall fluency has diminished. This happens to many players, but top players find ways to make a comeback. So, I do not think Babar or Rizwan can be ruled out completely.”
“It is good to see that other players are performing well and the team is winning. Previously, Pakistan was criticized for not being aggressive in the first six overs, and long innings by key players often limited opportunities for others. Now, with new players getting chances, we can evaluate whether these previous issues were truly the problem or if other factors were at play.”
“This journey has just begun, and so far, things look promising. However, Babar and Rizwan cannot be ruled out completely. If the team manages to develop a solid, aggressive unit alongside them, it would be a great thing for Pakistan cricket."
