Afghanistan batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz shared a touching anecdote about a moment of camaraderie with Babar Azam, revealing the depth of disappointment in the former Pakistan captain's eyes after a defeat in the World Cup.
Expressing his thoughts, Gurbaz recounted, "When I requested a bat from Babar Azam, I could see the sorrow of defeat in his eyes. They were moist, and he was visibly disheartened."
Rahmanullah Gurbaz expressed the lasting impact of the incident, stating, "The moment Babar referred to me as 'his,' I knew I would carry that memory with me for the rest of my life." Gurbaz shared that his younger brother, an avid fan of Babar Azam, had sought a jersey and bat from the Pakistani captain.
Detailing the emotional impact on Babar, Gurbaz revealed, "Honestly, I hesitated to share this on camera, but at that moment, Babar was on the verge of tears. His eyes were moist, and his disappointment was palpable."
Despite facing challenges and criticism, Gurbaz applauded Babar Azam for his resilience, stating, "While everyone seemed against Babar, I salute Babar Azam for standing strong and unwavering during that time. They never gave up, and I must say, they are truly admirable."