Pakistan experienced a series of unfortunate events during the 2023 World Cup. First, there was a major setback when Naseem Shah was sidelined due to injury. Then, there was controversy surrounding visas and the Asia Cup versus World Cup dilemma. Despite these challenges, the team managed to reach India, where they faced a harsh reception marked by intense media scrutiny, legal cases and unwarranted abuse.
To make matters worse, the team’s performance was deeply disappointing, leading to increased negativity on social media and online trolling. It’s crucial to note that the players had been on a grueling schedule without any breaks, impacting their performance on the field.
Despite the disheartening outcome, cricket fans in Pakistan showed resilience by supporting their captain, even in the face of unexpected results. #BehindYouBabarAzam has been trending on Twitter today and we couldn’t be more proud of the Pakistani Cricket community, lover and watchers.
We will always support himšā„ļø. #BehindYouBabarAzam pic.twitter.com/4xwojufVHx
ā Shaharyar Ejaz š (@SharyOfficial) October 24, 2023
Babar Azam at top again in the latest ODI Ranking šÆā¤ļø.#BehindYouBabarAzam pic.twitter.com/b6CbxEpL5q
ā King Babar Azam Army (@babarazamking_) October 25, 2023
Keep using this Hashtag #BehindYouBabarAzam . We are already on Panel and we will always support our Kaptaaana Babar Azam in every situation ā¤ļø. pic.twitter.com/afuWBZGfek
ā King Babar Azam Army (@babarazamking_) October 25, 2023
Chin up skipper ā¤ļø we will support you till last ,we will always be with you in your wins & losses , it’s not the end of worldcup new day brings new hopes ..it’s time to support our KING š not trolling šµš°š#BehindYouBabarAzam #BabarAzamšµ #BabarAzam pic.twitter.com/hXb52ADlfu
ā MalaikaAqeel (@malaikaaqeel2) October 24, 2023
No matter what the situation is. You are my captain and will always be my champion. So proud of you. š #BehindYouBabarAzam pic.twitter.com/gyFT2NkeJu
ā uzair (@UzairSabyrkhan) October 25, 2023
We win as a team and lost as a team, so singling out Babar Azam for the loss doesn’t make sense, as everyone shares responsibility so donāt try to blame Babar Azam alone for the whole defeat.#BehindYouBabarAzam pic.twitter.com/H2JRMvV5py
ā Ehtisham Siddique (@iMShami_) October 25, 2023
It’s noteworthy that despite the World Cup incident, Babar Azam still holds the top spot in the ICC Men’s ODI Ratings, showcasing his exceptional cricketing skills.
