Babar Azam Says ‘No More King’ – But Fans Might Disagree

Feb 13, 2025

For years, Pakistan cricket fans have called Babar Azam the “King.” But the man himself? He’s not a fan of the title—at least, not yet.

After Pakistan’s thrilling six-wicket win over South Africa in the tri-nation ODI series, Babar made a humble request: “Stop calling me a king. I’m not a king yet.”

A Team Effort Seals the Win

Pakistan’s chase of 353 runs was nothing short of spectacular. Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha stole the show with magnificent centuries, guiding the team to a spot in the final against New Zealand.

But Babar’s own struggles continued. He managed just 23 runs before getting trapped lbw by Wiaan Mulder. For a batter of his caliber, it was another frustrating outing.

Babar Azam on His Form and Mindset

Speaking after the match, Babar admitted he’s disappointed with his recent form.

“Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to finish innings, but Rizwan and Salman played brilliantly today. Performances like these lift the team’s confidence.”

And when asked about his “king” nickname, he was clear:”Let’s see what people call me when I retire. For now, I just want to focus on my game.”

The former captain also talked about staying in the present and not dwelling on past performances. “If I keep thinking about what I’ve done before, I won’t perform in the future. Every day is a new challenge.”

Despite his request, fans are unlikely to stop calling him King Babar anytime soon. His class, consistency, and elegant strokeplay have earned him a place among the best in the world.

But for now, Babar wants to earn the title the hard way—through performances, not praise. And with the final against New Zealand coming up, he has the perfect chance to remind everyone why he’s regarded as one of Pakistan’s best.

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