Twitter is abuzz with hashtag #Lumber1 as discussions about the Pakistani cricket captain’s performance continue to divide opinions. While some heap praise on him, there’s growing skepticism about whether he truly lives up to the accolades he receives. It’s noted that his standout performances often come against teams like Nepal and the Netherlands, raising questions about his ability to perform consistently at the highest level.
In Pakistan’s ICC World Cup 2023 campaign opener against the Netherlands on October 6th, Babar Azam’s struggles were evident. He could only manage a meager 5 runs from 18 deliveries, leaving fans disappointed. This was further exacerbated in the ongoing match against Sri Lanka, where Babar scored just 10 runs from 15 balls before falling victim to Dilshan Madhushanka’s delivery, caught by Sadeera Samarawickrama.
However, it’s worth mentioning that Babar did show promise with a stellar performance in the second warm-up match of the tournament against Australia, amassing an impressive 90 runs. Yet, the inconsistency in translating warm-up success to main matches remains a concern. This was evident in the warm-up match against New Zealand, where he scored a commendable 80 runs but couldn’t steer Pakistan to victory.
Despite a victorious start in their World Cup round-robin opener against the Netherlands, Pakistan seems to be facing an uphill battle in the second match against Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan batters have set a formidable target of 345 runs for Pakistan to chase, adding pressure to Babar and his team to deliver a spectacular performance.
As the cricketing world closely watches Babar Azam’s journey in the World Cup, the captain faces a pivotal moment to prove his mettle on the grand stage. Will he rise to the occasion when it matters most? The hashtag trend and ongoing discussions capture the anticipation and uncertainty surrounding his performance in this prestigious tournament. The question that arises is if he really is number1 or lumber1. Here is how Twitter reacts:
Twitter terms Babar as Lumber1:
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