In a time when Pakistan cricket seems to be caught in a whirlwind of change, former all-rounder Imad Wasim has stepped forward to back two of the team’s biggest names โ Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.
While the cricketing world debates their future in the T20I setup, Imad has one simple message: โTrust them, theyโve got what it takes.โ
A Vote of Confidence, Not Criticism
In a recent interview with a local sports platform, Imad cleared the air on the growing narrative around Babar and Rizwanโs roles in Pakistanโs T20 future. His comments were refreshingly honest โ but also respectful.
โIโm specifically talking about T20 cricket,โ Imad said. โTheyโre such big players and such big names โ not just for Pakistan but for the fans. People want to see them evolve and succeed in this format.โ
While some interpreted his earlier remarks as criticism, Imad explained that his views were meant to spark introspection, not stir controversy.
Babarโs ODI and Test Legacy is Untouchable
Imad Wasim made it crystal clear โ Babar Azamโs place in ODI and Test cricket isnโt up for debate.
โBabar has one of the best ODI records in the world. Heโs not going anywhere. In 50-over cricket, you need anchors, you need players who can build innings, and Babar does it better than most,โ he stated.
In essence, Imadโs point wasnโt about whether Babar belongs, but where his game needs to evolve, especially in the high-paced, ever-changing world of T20 cricket.
T20 Is a Different Beast
With T20 cricket demanding constant innovation, intent, and adaptability, Imad believes itโs the right time for senior players to reflect.
โIf theyโre willing to change โ if they want to adapt โ Iโm happy for them. They have the skill. I know they can do it. And if they turn up and prove everyone wrong, Iโll be the first one to praise them,โ he added.
This isnโt criticism. Itโs a challenge from a teammate whoโs seen the grind, felt the pressure, and knows the demands of modern T20 cricket.
A Team in Transition โ But Not Without Its Pillars
With Pakistan cricket seemingly heading toward a generational shift, conversations about the roles of established stars like Babar and Rizwan are inevitable.
But Imad’s voice stands out โ not because itโs loud, but because itโs measured, fair, and rooted in belief. He isn’t asking for blind loyalty. He’s calling for patience, perspective, and the kind of support that true champions deserve when they’re down.
Imad Wasim, a T20 specialist himself, isnโt asking fans to ignore flaws. Heโs asking them to trust in the process โ and in the players whoโve already brought them countless moments of joy.
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