Highlights

  • Babar Azam says he was not expecting fans will chant his name in India
  • Pakistani white-ball captain spoke about his memorable experiences on Zalmi TV

Latest news

Global stock market indices: How the world markets performed today - 14 March 2025

Global stock market indices: How the world markets performed today - 14 March 2025

Indian stock market sector-wise performance today - March 14, 2025

Indian stock market sector-wise performance today - March 14, 2025

Tragic Holi Incident: Young man strangled in Rajasthan's Dausa

Tragic Holi Incident: Young man strangled in Rajasthan's Dausa

Ceasefire helps Ukraine, Putin aide criticises

Ceasefire helps Ukraine, Putin aide criticises

President Murmu's holi message: embracing unity and diversity

President Murmu's holi message: embracing unity and diversity

Aamir Khan celebrates 60th birthday reflecting on life, music

Aamir Khan celebrates 60th birthday reflecting on life, music

iQOO Neo 10R Review: Performance Champ!

iQOO Neo 10R Review: Performance Champ!

Gold handed to Ranya Rao for smuggling

Gold handed to Ranya Rao for smuggling

Babar Azam: Pakistan white-ball captain recalls memorable experiences during ODI World Cup in India

“I always try and talk to him whenever we play against each other. I always ask him a few questions and he helps me with it" - Babar Azam on his post-match conversations with Virat Kohli

Video Player is loading.
Current Time 0:00
Duration 0:00
Loaded: 0%
Stream Type LIVE
Remaining Time 0:00
 
1x
    • Chapters
    • descriptions off, selected
    • captions off, selected

      Pakistan's white-ball captain, Babar Azam, recently shared his unexpected yet heartwarming experiences from his time in India during the ODI World Cup, including notable interactions with Indian cricket star Virat Kohli. In a conversation with Zalmi TV, Azam expressed his astonishment at the warm reception and affection he received from Indian fans, something he hadn't anticipated before his arrival.

      Azam revealed his initial reservations due to his lack of familiarity with India, saying, “Main India se expect nahi kar raha tha (I was not expecting it from India),” highlighting his surprise at fans chanting his name. “Mai bilkul nahi expect kar raha tha. Main first time ja raha tha India, mujhe wahaan ki koi knowledge nahi thi (I was not expecting it at all. It was my first time in India and I had no knowledge about the country).”

      The warmth and welcome extended to the Pakistani team went beyond Azam's expectations, particularly noting the reception at Hyderabad airport as "outstanding." He noted the exceptional love and appreciation from the Indian public throughout the World Cup, stating, “Wo ek alag experience tha. Unka pyar tha, logo ne bahut pyar diya humey, bahut appreciate kiya (It was a different experience altogether. We got so much love from the Indian public, they appreciated our cricket).”

      Even practice matches saw stadiums filled to the brim, with Azam recalling, “Humare practice matches mey log aaye yaar, pura stadium packed tha. Hyderabad mey pura stadium packed tha (Even during our practice games, people came to watch us. The entire stadium in Hyderabad was jam-packed).” This support was a testament to the cricket-loving culture in India, where the sport transcends borders.

      The atmosphere during the match against India at the Narendra Modi Stadium was notably unique for Azam. He described it as a "different vibe," with the stadium awash in a sea of blue, indicative of the passionate fanbase in India. However, he also acknowledged the exceptional support received at other venues throughout the tournament.

      Azam also shared insights into his post-match conversation with Virat Kohli, highlighting the mutual respect and willingness to learn from each other. “I always try and talk to him whenever we play against each other. I always ask him a few questions and he helps me with it. Not only him, I also talk a lot to Steve Smith and Kane Williamson, when we play against Australia and New Zealand, respectively. I had a good chat with Virat Kohli, there are things that we talk about that I can’t share here but it was fruitful.”

      On a lighter note, Azam praised Indian cuisine, particularly enjoying Hyderabadi biryani and samosa chaat, which he found unique and delightful.

      LSG's Mayank Yadav to undergo precautionary MRI after experiencing discomfort during game vs GT: report

      Arbaaz Khan

      ADVERTISEMENT

      Up Next

      Babar Azam: Pakistan white-ball captain recalls memorable experiences during ODI World Cup in India

      Babar Azam: Pakistan white-ball captain recalls memorable experiences during ODI World Cup in India

      Uttarakhand’s Suraj Singh sets 1,000m national youth record

      Uttarakhand’s Suraj Singh sets 1,000m national youth record

      Rohit, Kohli's Dandiya triumph in India’s Champions Trophy victory

      Rohit, Kohli's Dandiya triumph in India’s Champions Trophy victory

      PCB protests ICC exclusion of CEO from Champions Trophy ceremony

      PCB protests ICC exclusion of CEO from Champions Trophy ceremony

      Axar Patel set to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025

      Axar Patel set to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025

      Ministry restores control to WFI under Sanjay Singh's leadership

      Ministry restores control to WFI under Sanjay Singh's leadership

      ADVERTISEMENT

      editorji-whatsApp

      More videos

      Controversy & Triumph: India's glory in Champions Trophy 2025

      Controversy & Triumph: India's glory in Champions Trophy 2025

      Rohit Sharma dispels ODI retirement rumors post champions trophy win

      Rohit Sharma dispels ODI retirement rumors post champions trophy win

      'We stayed unbeaten despite losing five tosses': Rohit Sharma reacted

      'We stayed unbeaten despite losing five tosses': Rohit Sharma reacted

      Rohit Sharma shines in India's Champions Trophy triumph over New Zealand

      Rohit Sharma shines in India's Champions Trophy triumph over New Zealand

      Ashwin clarifies remarks on Varun's early role in Champions Trophy final

      Ashwin clarifies remarks on Varun's early role in Champions Trophy final

      India's 2025 Champions Trophy Triumph: A tale of redemption and resilience

      India's 2025 Champions Trophy Triumph: A tale of redemption and resilience

      Champions Trophy 2025: 7 Trophies and counting…A look at the ICC tournaments won by Team India

      Champions Trophy 2025: 7 Trophies and counting…A look at the ICC tournaments won by Team India

      Rohit, Rahul, and spinners power India to third Champions Trophy triumph

      Rohit, Rahul, and spinners power India to third Champions Trophy triumph

      Controversy surrounds Mohammed Shami over Ramadan fasting

      Controversy surrounds Mohammed Shami over Ramadan fasting

      Gillespie blasts Gavaskar for 'absolute nonsense' talk

      Gillespie blasts Gavaskar for 'absolute nonsense' talk

      Editorji Technologies Pvt. Ltd. © 2022 All Rights Reserved.