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Ex-Cricketer Declares Fatima Sana Pakistan's True Superstar, Not Babar Azam
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News18•23-09-2026, 22:58
Ex-Cricketer Declares Fatima Sana Pakistan's True Superstar, Not Babar Azam
- •Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Wasim asserts Fatima Sana is a bigger superstar than Babar Azam due to her consistent performances and international recognition.
- •Wasim, who coached the women's team, highlights Sana's status as the 'most popular cricketer' from Pakistan among global audiences and media.
- •Fatima Sana is recognized as one of the world's best women's all-rounders, boasting 157 wickets and over 1500 runs in white-ball cricket.
- •Wasim emphasizes that Sana's popularity is performance-earned, noting that international media consistently praises her despite her team often losing.
- •Babar Azam, in contrast, is facing pressure after a 0-3 series defeat in England, with his performances not receiving similar praise.
Key Questions Answered
Former Pakistan coach Mohammad Wasim believes Fatima Sana deserves superstar status because of her exceptional all-round performances, international popularity, and consistent ability to stand out with both bat and ball.
Fatima Sana has recorded 157 wickets across 134 white-ball matches while also scoring over 1,500 runs as a lower-order batter.
Babar Azam is under intense pressure following a 0-3 series defeat in England, and he recently joined the OGDCL squad for a President's Trophy match.
