Quetta Gladiators’ left-arm pacer, Mohammad Amir, provided insight into a light-hearted exchange with the Peshawar Zalmi captain, Babar Azam, during their recent Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 encounter, which captured the attention of fans and cricket enthusiasts alike.
In a moment that showcased camaraderie on the field, the incident unfolded during the third over of Peshawar Zalmi’s innings, as Amir delivered a sharp bouncer to Babar.
The delivery sailed past the bat, landing safely in the gloves of wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed. As Amir returned to his bowling mark, Babar approached him, sharing a brief comment that elicited a smile from both players.
The heartwarming exchange, captured on camera, quickly went viral on social media, resonating with fans who appreciated the mutual respect between the two cricketers.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Amir. Loved it ❤️ #HBLPSL9 #PSL2024 pic.twitter.com/aFUmpWhg6y
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) February 19, 2024
During the post-match press conference, Amir shed light on the lighthearted moment, revealing Babar’s remark about the pace of the bouncer.
Despite Babar’s impressive batting display, Amir reiterated his focus on picking wickets of top-order batsmen, reflecting his competitive spirit on the field.
Mohammad Amir praised Babar Azam's innings and spoke about their on-field chat.#HBLPSL9 | #QGvPZ pic.twitter.com/SgXBwyRMCY
— Grassroots Cricket (@grassrootscric) February 18, 2024
Despite previous criticisms from Amir regarding Babar’s captaincy and performances during the ICC World Cup 2023, the friendly banter on the field highlighted the professional respect shared between the two players.
Amir’s commendable bowling performance, yielding figures of 1/29 in his four-over spell, contributed significantly to Quetta Gladiators’ victory.
Babar Azam’s valiant innings, scoring 68 runs off 42 balls for Peshawar Zalmi, showcased his prowess with the bat, although it wasn’t enough to secure victory for his team.
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