Pakistan’s star batter, Babar Azam, recently took to social media to inform his fans that he had lost his phone and all his contacts. While he did not share specific details about the incident, he reassured his supporters that he would reconnect with them as soon as he recovered his device.
Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Babar wrote:
“I have lost my phone and contacts. Will get back to everyone as soon as I find it.”
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) February 6, 2025
The announcement quickly garnered attention, with the comments section flooded with messages of concern and support from fans worldwide.
Babar Azam’s Upcoming Cricketing Commitments
On the professional front, Babar will next be seen in action in the highly anticipated Tri-Nation Series, featuring Pakistan, New Zealand, and South Africa. The series kicks off on February 8, with Pakistan facing New Zealand in the opening match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Following the tri-series, Pakistan will shift its focus to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, co-hosted by Pakistan and the UAE. The prestigious tournament, making a comeback after an eight-year hiatus, is set to begin on February 19. As defending champions, Pakistan finds itself in a challenging Group A alongside India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh.
Pakistan’s Road to the Champions Trophy
Pakistan enjoyed a remarkable run in ODIs in 2024, securing consecutive away series victories against Zimbabwe, Australia, and South Africa. Babar Azam played a key role in these successes, accumulating 228 runs in six innings at an impressive average of 57. His performance will be vital in Pakistan’s quest to retain the Champions Trophy title they famously won in 2017 by defeating India by 180 runs in the final.
As the host nation, Pakistan will be under immense pressure to deliver a strong performance. All eyes will be on Babar Azam, who will be instrumental in leading the team’s campaign. The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash, scheduled for February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, has already generated immense excitement. Tickets for the blockbuster encounter sold out within minutes of release, with over 150,000 fans rushing to secure their spots despite the stadium’s limited 25,000-seat capacity.
With the Champions Trophy just around the corner, Pakistan’s preparations are in full swing. Fans eagerly await to see if Babar Azam can lead his side to another historic victory on the world stage.
