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[Saba Sports News] Pakistan captain Babar Azam has addressed rumors of a rift with star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi, emphasizing their longstanding connection and commitment to the team’s success.
Speaking ahead of the first T20I against New Zealand, Azam shut down speculation. “I want to make clear that Shaheen [Afridi] and my bond is not recent, it goes back a long way,” he said.
Recent captaincy changes in the Pakistani team, with Azam regaining the T20I leadership after Afridi’s short stint, fueled rumors of tension. However, Azam made it clear that team unity remains the priority. “We support each other in every situation,” he asserted.
Azam emphasized the team’s collective ambition. “Our aim is to put Pakistan first, and how to put Pakistan’s name up in lights,” he declared.
He went on to praise the absence of personal agendas within the team.
“We don’t think of individual glory, and thankfully, those elements are not present in my team,” Azam concluded.
With the T20I series against New Zealand about to start, Pakistan will be looking to put on a strong performance. Azam’s comments assure fans that the team is focused on collective success, dispelling rumors of internal conflict.