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[ad_1] Babar Azam, the Pakistan captain and one of the best batsmen in the world, named four batters whom he enjoys watching play. Pakistan captain has earned a reputation as a stylish and technically proficient batsman, and his admiration for the players he listed speaks to his appreciation for the artistry of batting. At the top of Azam's list was Kane Williamson, the New Zealand captain and one of the most respected batsmen in world cricket. Abdullah Shafique was also mentioned, who has drawn comparisons to Azam himself for his elegant strokeplay and impressive technique. “I try to follow batting of most batters. I try to watch the highlights if I miss someone’s batting. Mostly, I really enjoy [watching] Kane Williamson. I also enjoy [watching] Abdullah Shafique, considering the way he plays and is a stylish batsman,” Babar shared in an interview with Cricwick. The 28-year-old also named Joe Root, who is known for his classical strokeplay and his ability to score run...

[ad_1] As day four commenced, Lankan batters were eyeing to cruise past and set a considerable target for Pakistan; however, sharp catches by Pakistan's fielders is what they didn't see coming. Today, three brilliant catches were taken as Sri Lanka lost their six batters by session two at 185. The first catch came from the skipper himself when Babar Azam took a sharp one-handed catch while fielding at first slip to dismiss Angelo Matthews, who walked back after scoring 64 (109). pic.twitter.com/9jac7y4m11 — ︎ ︎ (@PCT_Edits_) July 19, 2023 The second catch was taken by Imam-ul-Haq when Dinesh Chandimal was dismissed at 28 runs. Chandimal tried to flick it low, but the short midwicket was equal to it, where Imam grabbed a sharp low catch by diving forward. Catch of The Day From Imam ul Haq🔥💯. #ImamUlHaq #PAKvSL #SLvPAK #PAKvsSL pic.twitter.com/CMhC2Fxfkx — Shaharyar Ejaz 🏏 (@SharyOfficial) July 19, 2023 Lastly, the third catch was brilliantly taken by Abd...