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The Pakistani cricket team is facing a concerning situation with their star batsman, Babar Azam, experiencing a prolonged slump in form. Despite his world-class reputation, Azam has failed to score significantly in his last 15 innings, leaving many questioning his ability to regain his previous form. His struggles began during the team's tour of Sri Lanka in 2023, where he averaged a disappointing 25.33 in two Test matches. This poor run continued in Australia, where he averaged just 21 against a formidable Australian bowling attack led by Pat Cummins. The current series against Bangladesh has seen no improvement, with Azam failing to make a substantial contribution in his three innings. However, despite this alarming trend, Salman Agha, a prominent figure in Pakistani cricket, has expressed unwavering confidence in Azam's abilities. Agha highlighted Azam's consistent performance over the past five years, suggesting that this slump is merely a temporary phase that he will overcome.
Source: Salman Agha backs Babar Azam despite slump in form: ‘As a cricketer, you go through these phases’