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Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan cricket team, recently found himself in a mishap when offering a farewell message to the retiring England pacer, James Anderson. After a disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup 2024, where Pakistan was eliminated in the group stages, Babar’s leadership has been heavily criticized by fans and experts. Amidst this turmoil, Babar attempted to pay homage to the legendary seam bowler James Anderson, who bid adieu to his illustrious career, but mistakenly lauded Anderson for his ‘cutters’ instead of his renowned swing bowling. The blunder caught the attention of social media users, leading to further scrutiny of Babar’s leadership capabilities. The original post was swiftly deleted by Babar, who then rectified his mistake by emphasizing Anderson’s swing bowling prowess. This slip-up became a focal point for discussions on Babar’s recent tribulations, adding to the saga of his controversies. Meanwhile, James Anderson retired with 704 wickets to his name, setting a record for a pace bowler and received a plethora of praises and heartfelt messages as he bid farewell to the cricketing world. The incident serves as a reminder of the pressures faced by public figures in the realm of sports and the impact of social media in amplifying their every move.
