Babar Azam criticized for tactics in Pakistan's loss to West Indies

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Babar Azam criticized for tactics in Pakistan's loss to West Indies
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Pakistan suffered a 90-run defeat to West Indies in the first Test at Tarouba, marking Babar Azam's return as Test captain. Pakistan struggled with a batting collapse, folding for 120 all out, with Jayden Seales taking five wickets. Criticism aimed at Babar centers on his decision to expose lower-order batters by taking singles, leading to questions about his tactical awareness. Social media backlash has ensued, with fans expressing frustration over the captain's approach under pressure.

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  • Pakistan all out for 120 runs in 40.4 overs.
  • Jayden Seales claimed five wickets for West Indies.
  • Babar faced criticism for poor strike rotation tactics.
  • Pakistan trailing 1-0 in the two-match series.
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  • 6:38 AMYahoo Sports'Scared to face WI bowlers, fake king': Babar Azam trolled after Pakistan captain leaves tailender exposed in West Indies defeat
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Babar Azam faces social media backlash for exposing Pakistan tailenders in the 1st Test loss to West Indies.

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