Babar Azam Thrilled to Join Steve Smith at Sydney Sixers in Big Bash
Babar Azam is set to join the Sydney Sixers for the upcoming Big Bash League season. He expressed his excitement about teaming up with Australian cricket legend Steve Smith. As the tournament’s opening weekend approaches, Babar aims to entertain fans while enhancing his skills.
Babar Azam Joins the Sydney Sixers
The anticipation surrounding Babar’s participation is palpable, especially within the large Pakistani communities in Sydney and Perth. His arrival has quickly made him a significant attraction for fans. The Sydney Sixers are scheduled to kick off their campaign on Sunday against the Perth Scorchers, who are five-time champions, at Optus Stadium.
Learning Experience in Australia
Babar Azam conveyed his eagerness to learn from playing in Australia. He believes that this experience will be invaluable, especially because he will be alongside Steve Smith, a player he greatly respects.
- Babar Azam – Sydney Sixers
- Steve Smith – Australia
- Mohammad Rizwan – Melbourne Renegades
- Shaheen Shah Afridi – Brisbane Heat
- Haris Rauf – Melbourne Stars
- Shadab Khan – Sydney Thunder
- Hasan Ali – Adelaide Strikers
- Hasaan Khan – Melbourne Renegades
Support from Fans
Babar has already witnessed support from local fans. The excitement within the Pakistani community in Perth is evident. Furthermore, Sydney’s cricket clubs have established a fan zone named “Babristan” to celebrate his arrival.
According to Mohammad Imran, a Perth resident, fans are eager to see Babar in action. Early ticket purchases reflect the passion surrounding his participation. Similarly, cricket organizer Sohail Sheikh highlighted the immense enthusiasm among Pakistani fans for Babar’s presence in the Big Bash League.
Conclusion
Babar Azam’s involvement in the Sydney Sixers promises to heighten the overall excitement of the Big Bash League. As anticipation builds, fans look forward to witnessing exceptional cricket performances from Babar and his teammates.
