Pakistan's premier batter Babar Azam has faced an extended period of poor form across multiple formats, sparking intense debate among cricket experts and former players. Following a string of low scores, former Test captain and batting legend Mohammad Yousuf took to social media to argue that Babar should not rely solely on domestic cricket to regain his touch. Instead, Yousuf suggested sending him to a specialized cricket academy in England or Australia where advanced biomechanical technology and expert coaches can analyze and correct his technical flaws.
During a panel discussion on Geo News' program Score, hosted by Yahya Hussaini, former captain Rashid Latif and senior sports journalist Abdul Majid Bhatti weighed in on the crisis. Latif supported Yousuf’s perspective, explaining that Pakistani coaching staff often rely on the "naked eye" rather than scientific and technological tools. He noted that specialized laboratories can precisely track a batter's stance, trigger movements, and footwork patterns, details that standard domestic matches might fail to fix if the root technical error remains unaddressed.
Meanwhile, Bhatti shared historical context, recalling how former captain Inzamam-ul-Haq and other greats worked through severe slumps by taking extreme ownership, seeking guidance, and adapting under pressure. However, Bhatti also highlighted reports from past team consultants and directors indicating that top players can sometimes be resistant to technical advice when they are established stars. As Pakistan transitions into a crucial Test series, analysts agree that Babar Azam must leverage expert consultation, rigorous mental resilience, and technical refinement to revive his career and reclaim his status among the world's elite batters.
