Former national cricket team captain Babar Azam’s bat will be prominently displayed in the Long Room of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). This exhibition comes after MCG officials requested the bat used by Babar in the 2022 T20 World Cup final, and he graciously agreed to donate it for this honor.
The Long Room is a prestigious space that has previously showcased bats from cricket legends such as Don Bradman, David Boon, Jack Hobbs, and Brian Lara, making Babar’s inclusion a significant recognition of his contributions to the sport. In expressing his gratitude, Babar Azam stated, “It is an honor for me to have my bat placed in the Long Room. I have many memories associated with the MCG; it is one of the best grounds in the world, and having my bat alongside those of great batters is a special joy for me.”
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Babar’s arrival in Australia was met with enthusiasm from fans, despite his recent challenges with batting form. He was among the first to join the touring party, greeted warmly by supporters eager for photographs and well-wishes. The Pakistan ODI squad has arrived in Melbourne ahead of their series against Australia, scheduled from November 4 to 18, followed by matches in Zimbabwe from November 24 to December 5.
Recently, Pakistan celebrated a notable 2-1 series victory against England, their first home series win in nearly three and a half months, which drew cheerful reactions from key players, including Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Shadab Khan, on social media.
