'Look who's talking' - Twitter roasts Shahid Afridi for stating Babar Azam 'lost his tempo'

The recently-concluded second ODI between Pakistan and Australia witnessed history as the former team recorded their highest successful run-chase in the history of the format. The Men in Yellow couldn’t defend 348 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore as the hosts crossed the line with an over to spare. Skipper Babar Azam was the chief architect of Pakistan’s triumph, scoring 114 off just 83 deliveries.

Coming to bat at number three, the right-handed batter was positive from the outset and played some delightful shots all over the park. In the process, the 27-year-old also brought up his 15th ODI century. He eventually fell prey to Nathan Ellis when Pakistan needed 40 runs for a win. Nonetheless, timely cameos from Mohammad Rizwan and Khushdil Shah ensured Pakistan crossed the line without much hassle in the end overs.

Waiting for Babar Azam to step up as a match winner: Shahid Afridi

With Pakistan scripting history in Lahore, Babar’s stellar century received praises from different corners. Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi also congratulated the batter but he wasn’t wholly satisfied with Babar’s performance. Following the conclusion of the game, the 42-year-old tweeted that the Pakistan skipper ‘lost his tempo’, probably referring to his dismissal after scoring the ton.

Shahid also said he’s waiting for the batter to step up as a match-winner. Apart from this, the legendary all-rounder also lauded contributions from Khushdil Shah, Imam-ul-Haq, and Shaheen Afridi. “Amazing WIN!Good start by @babarazam258 but lost his tempo, waiting for him to step up as a match winner. Regardless, great overall performances by @KhushdilShah_ @ImamUlHaq12 @iShaheenAfridi You made us proud Keep it up boys,” he tweeted.

Amazing WIN🇵🇰!Good start by @babarazam258 but lost his tempo, waiting for him to step up as a match winner. Regardless, great overall performances by @KhushdilShah_ @ImamUlHaq12 @iShaheenAfridi
You made us proud
Keep it up boys ✨ 💚

— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) March 31, 2022

Shahid’s remarks on Babar didn’t go down well with fans as the comment section got flooded in no time. While several contradicted the veteran’s views, many taunted him over his performance in the international arena. Meanwhile, the three-match series is now leveled at 1-1 with the final game to be played on April 2.

Let’s look at how netizens reacted to Shahid Afridi’s post: 

Lmfao baqi Babar, khushdil and Imam ka smjh aata hay but Shaheen?? Are you in senses??? 😭

— Samiya🇵🇰 | I LOVE PCT (@oyeesamiyahun) March 31, 2022

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— Moosaa 🇵🇰 (@Moosahmed03) March 31, 2022

lost his tempo? he literally scored 114 (83) at a SR of 137..if that wasn’t a matchwinning innings, I haven’t seen one in my life..distasteful tweet. pic.twitter.com/T5sJpbf3w2

— Salaar (@caniyaar) March 31, 2022

Lost his temp0😂😂😂😂 23Saal Cricket Kaily Tum Ny Pak Team Mai Kbhi 300+Runs Chase Kie Odi,Mai?Baber Ny Kie. Kbhi t20Mai 200+Runs Chase Kie.Baber Ny Kie. Kbhi t20Mai 232Runs Banayi.baber Ny Banayi. Kbhi India Sy World Cup Mai Match Jetha?baber Ny Jeta.

— Naeem Ullah (@NaeemUL58165315) March 31, 2022

where Babar lost his tempo @iamumar46 don't understand what lala means by this.

— Amaan bin Mahtaab | امان بن مہتاب (@Imamaan07) March 31, 2022

Lala toxic 90s batch se hain toh aesa statement is not a surprise. He wants Babar to score 0(1) in every match I guess.

— Umar (@iamumar46) March 31, 2022

Not quite sure if I misunderstood this tweet, but is he actually throwing criticism at @babarazam258? Lost his tempo? Step up as a match-winner? You're a legend but what game were you watching? He did every bit you said and more. He's well on the way to being the GOAT.

— AC (@Asif_C) March 31, 2022

Won match for Pakistan you still saying waiting for him to step up as match winner? Really

— Saeed Cricky🏏 (@SaeedCricky) March 31, 2022

In Shahid Afridi's case… pic.twitter.com/hZm3tTlD98

— Saba S. Sheikh (@sabassheikh) April 1, 2022

Look who's talking about tempo

— samz (@imsamad_92) March 31, 2022

What lost?
R you drunk..
Lala
Babar scores Glorious 100..
He did his job.

— Emran Faiz Butt 🇵🇰 عمران فیض بٹ (@Haiderbutt0007) March 31, 2022

Exactly! Khud ya retired cricketers 20 maay say 1 match maay perform krtay thay. Baten krwa lo bus… 😂😂
I'm just baffled that he thinks that Babar isn't a match winner! Lol

— Salman Qaiser (@salmanbutt93) March 31, 2022

He was Man of the match what do u mean by match winner 🙄

— Mahnoor1996 (@Mahnoor19961) March 31, 2022