Published on, Aug. 18 -- August 18, 2025 5:13 PM

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam has been advised to improve his batting against spin and raise his strike rate. Coach Mike Hesson said these changes are crucial for Babar's return to Twenty20 Internationals. Babar has not played a T20 match since Pakistan's South Africa tour last year.

The 30-year-old missed out on the Asia Cup squad as Pakistan chose rising stars like Sahibzada Farhan. Hesson praised the current players' performances but emphasized Babar's need to work hard on his game. Farhan's recent form has impressed, earning multiple player-of-the-match awards.

Hesson suggested Babar use the Big Bash League in Australia to refine his T20 skills. The coach believes Babar remains ...