(Source- Times of India)
Popular streamer IShowSpeed took to his platform to offer a scathing critique of Babar Azam, likening his performance to that of Virat Kohli following Pakistan’s loss to the USA in their T20 World Cup opener.
Babar Azam’s woes compounded as Pakistan commenced their T20 World Cup 2024 journey on a shaky footing, succumbing to a Super Over loss against co-hosts USA in Texas on Thursday. Despite Babar’s contribution of 44 runs off 43 balls, Pakistan could only muster 159/7 in their allotted 20 overs. The team faced a significant batting collapse, with Nosthush Kenjige claiming three wickets for USA and Saurabh Netravalkar securing two.
In pursuit of 160 runs, USA reached 159/3 in their allotted 20 overs, propelled by a resilient half-century from Monank Patel, who scored 50 runs off 38 balls. With the scores tied, the match progressed into the Super Over phase. Aaron Jones contributed 11 runs off six deliveries as USA managed to reach 18/1. Subsequently, while chasing 19 runs, Pakistan faltered, finishing at 13/1 as Saurabh Netravalkar’s bowling prowess claimed a crucial wicket for USA.
In response to the victory, IShowSpeed, a prominent streamer known for his enthusiastic reactions, had an epic response. The American social media influencer, renowned for his passion for football and cricket, and reported admiration for Virat Kohli, was left in disbelief upon learning of Pakistan’s defeat.”Babar Azam is in the dirt,” he exclaimed.
“He is in the dirt. You can’t even win against USA
Comparing Babar to his favourite cricketer, he said, “How do you expect to be Virat Kohli, Babar Azam? How do you expect to be Virat Kohli, Babar Azam? Bro is in the dirt.”
“Bro is in the dirt. He is in the dirt. I am sorry bro, he is in the dirt. Say goodbye, say goodbye. I don’t want to hear nobody anymore. Say goodbye,” he further added, trolling the Pakistan captain.
Kohli is often hailed as one of the cricketing greats, and there’s a segment of fans who hold Babar in similar esteem. It’ll be intriguing to witness the response of fans of the Pakistan captain to IShowSpeed’s commentary.
Following the victory, USA leads Group A with four points from two matches, while Pakistan occupies the third position. Pakistan is set to clash with arch-rivals India in their upcoming T20 World Cup match on Sunday, and they’ll be keen on returning to the winning column.
