Pakistan’s fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi praised his teammate and former captain Babar Azam, calling him a world-class player respected across the globe. He shared these thoughts during an interview with Aaron Finch, where Australian fans got to know more about the new Big Bash League (BBL) players.
Shaheen’s team, Brisbane Heat, will take on Babar Azam’s Sydney Sixers later this year in BBL season 15. Fans in both countries already see the match as a major showdown between two of Pakistan’s top cricket stars.
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Shaheen and Babar have shared many great moments as teammates for Pakistan, but in BBL 15, they’ll compete against each other. Shaheen will lead the bowling attack for Brisbane Heat, while Babar will anchor the top order for the Sydney Sixers. The teams selected both players as top picks in this year’s overseas draft, and fans in Pakistan and Australia eagerly await their face-off.
“Babar Azam performs all over the world—he’s a top player,” Shaheen said. He also pointed out Babar’s popularity, adding, “People love him. He performs on big stages at the international level.
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Shaheen and Babar continue to show strong respect for each other. Shaheen’s praise highlights Babar’s importance across all formats and reflects the high regard he holds within the Pakistan team. As a bowler who has taken wickets around the world, Shaheen adds real weight to his words about Babar’s batting.
Although they’ve faced off many times in the PSL, 2025 will mark their first clash in the Big Bash. Fans already consider their matchup one of the most anticipated events of the season.
Their respect remains strong, but in December, both players will set aside their friendship for a few overs as they compete in Australia’s top T20 league, each aiming to outshine the other.
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