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'Why is he playing?': Pakistan greats Shoaib Akhtar, Hafeez question Babar Azam's place in T20 World Cup team
Published on: Feb. 22, 2026, 3:43 p.m. | Source: Firstpost
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam is facing criticism for his T20 World Cup 2026 form after being demoted in the batting order. Legends Shoaib Akhtar and Mohammad Hafeez questioned his role in the team after coach Mike Hesson explained the strategy to demote him.
