Babar Azam fails again! Ex-Pakistan cricketer calls coaches ‘poison for the game’
Babar Azam's Test performance struggles escalated at Lord's, where he could only manage six runs. Former cricketer Mohammad Yousuf voiced strong criticism towards the coaching staff, labeling them as detrimental to player improvement. He argues that Pakistan's dismal overseas record, compounded by frequent leadership changes, amplifies the pressure, with the team having lost nine of its last ten…
Babar Azam's batting struggles endured at Lord's, as the Pakistan captain managed only 6 runs in the second innings against England. The team was chasing a formidable 389 runs, falling victim to Jofra Archer's bowling. This latest batting failure adds to a difficult period for Babar, who has not scored a Test century since December 2022.
Former Pakistan cricketer and batting coach Mohammad Yousuf has criticized the coaching staff for not addressing Babar's technical shortcomings, calling them "poison for the game." Yousuf claims that misguided guidance has hindered the development of talented Pakistani players, and that their poor technique has been exposed on the international stage.
Pakistan's poor overseas record has added to the pressure, with the team losing nine of their last ten matches away from home. Babar's individual struggles have coincided with leadership changes in Pakistan cricket, with the captain being removed in late 2023 before returning to the role in July 2026.
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