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Dropped Babar Azam, and Pakistan Is Doing Wonders Against Sri Lanka

When Babar Azam was dropped from Pakistan’s T20I squad, several critics questioned the decision. However, just two matches against Sri Lanka have made that controversial call look like a masterstroke. Pakistan are playing aggressive cricket, their young batters are delivering…

By Siddhant Tripathi · Cric Informer

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 5:50 PM

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The writer argues that dropping Babar Azam has unlocked a more aggressive, successful T20 style for Pakistan.
Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 82 runs in the second T20I after scoring 215/3 and restricting them to 133/7.
Maaz Sadaqat starred with 96 runs from 51 deliveries, following a half-century in the series opener.

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Siddhant Tripathi argues that dropping Babar Azam from Pakistan's T20I squad has paid off following dominant displays against Sri Lanka. The decision has enabled Pakistan to adopt a more aggressive modern approach, opening up opportunities for explosive young batters.

Maaz Sadaqat hit 96 off 51 balls alongside Sahibzada Farhan's 73, lifting Pakistan to 215/3 before an 82-run victory in the second T20I. Bowlers Mohammad Imran Randhawa and Naseem Shah also impressed by restricting Sri Lanka to 133/7.

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