Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam is set to open the innings alongside Fakhar Zaman in the upcoming tri-series ODIs

Babar Azam has opened the innings only twice in his 123-match ODI career but is set to take up the role for Pakistan in the upcoming Champions Trophy at home. But how is he inspired by Sachin Tendulkar in this move?

Host Pakistan has recalled opening batter Fakhar Zaman and all-rounder Faheem Ashraf for next month’s Champions Trophy while Saim Ayub was ruled out due to fractured ankle.

Pakistan have finally announced their squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Fakhar Zaman returns while Babar Azam is set for a new role.

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar began opening the innings after playing 69 games down the order and his first game as an opener was against New Zealand at Auckland in 1994. PCB believes that Babar Azam too can be successful in ODIs while opening,

Pakistan have named a 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. Former captain Babar Azam is likely to be given a new role. The squad also sees the return of Fakhar Zaman and Saudh Shakeel,

The ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year 2024 has been announced, highlighting the performances of several outstanding cricketers. Babar Azam, the Pakistani batsman, was the sole representative from Pakistan, scoring 738 runs in 24 matches with six half-centuries.

Pakistan selection committee member Asad Shafiq has revealed that Babar Azam could be one of the options to be an opener during the upcoming Champions Trophy. Pakistan will have either Babar or Saud Shakeel as one of the openers alongside Fakhar Zaman.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made arrangements for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 grand opening. Starting with pomp, the events set at numerous venues will provide a remarkable start to the long-anticipated event.