Babar Azam Faces Pressure as Pakistan Aims to Avoid Series Loss Against Bangladesh

Babar Azam's performance in the current Test series against Bangladesh has been underwhelming, as he has not managed to score a half-century since December 2022. His recent innings have been particularly disappointing, with scores of 0, 22, 31, and 11, leaving him without a fifty in 16 consecutive innings. This slump has drawn significant criticism from fans and analysts alike, raising concerns about his form and impact on the team’s performance. In light of these struggles, Pakistan's head coach, Jason Gillespie, has come out in strong support of Babar, emphasizing his quality as a player. Gillespie acknowledged that while Babar has had opportunities to score, he has not been able to convert those starts into substantial innings. The coach remains confident that Babar is close to breaking out of this rut and expects him to score big runs soon. The situation is further complicated by the fact that Bangladesh currently leads the series 1-0, having secured a ten-wicket victory in Rawalpindi. The pressure is mounting on Babar and the entire Pakistan team as they aim to avoid a series loss. With the batters only managing to set a target of 184 runs, Bangladesh has made a strong start in their run chase, putting Pakistan in a precarious position. As the series progresses, all eyes will be on Babar Azam to see if he can rise to the occasion and deliver the performances expected of him. His ability to regain form will be crucial for Pakistan's chances of turning the series around and avoiding a whitewash against Bangladesh.