In a significant development during the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, Babar Azam's struggles have drawn intense scrutiny, culminating in claims by an Islamic scholar that his poor performance is due to 'black magic.' Babar has managed only 91 runs in five innings at an average of 22.75, with critics highlighting his recent innings of 25 off 24 balls against England as particularly disappointing. Head coach Mike Hesson has even moved him down the batting order to No. 4, citing his historically low strike rate in World Cups. This poor form is compounded by a multi-year dip, as he has not scored a Test century since 2022 and has fallen to 31st in the ICC rankings from being the No. 1 T20I batter. As former player Rashid Latif noted, Babar is now viewed as 'no longer a player of this format' (ProPakistani, February 26, 2026).
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Babar Azam'S Poor T20 World Cup Form Sparks Controversy In Pakistan
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Babar Azam faces criticism for poor T20 World Cup form, with claims of 'black magic' affecting his performance. Leadership changes are debated as fans demand accountability amid disappointing results.
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