Babar Left Frustrated as Smith Says No — Then Goes Big

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Sydney: Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam was left visibly frustrated during the Sydney Sixers’ Big Bash League (BBL) match against Sydney Thunder after teammate Steve Smith declined a quick single, a moment that quickly drew attention on social media.

The incident occurred in the 11th over when Babar, after facing three consecutive dot balls, looked to rotate the strike on the final delivery. However, Smith opted against the single, prompting a clear reaction from Babar, which was picked up by cameras and later shared by the Big Bash League on social media.

Commentators noted the exchange on air, suggesting Smith’s decision reflected his confidence in accelerating the scoring himself in the following over. The move soon proved decisive.

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Smith responded emphatically in the next over, smashing back-to-back sixes and a four off a no-ball, collecting 32 runs and swinging the momentum decisively in the Sixers’ favour.

The Sixers eventually chased down the target to secure a five-wicket victory, powered by a sensational century from Smith and solid support from Babar.

Earlier, Sydney Thunder posted a competitive 189-6, riding on a superb unbeaten 110 off 65 balls by skipper David Warner, who struck 11 fours and four sixes.

In reply, Smith produced a blistering 42-ball century, featuring five fours and nine sixes, while Babar contributed a composed 47 off 39 deliveries, including seven boundaries, to seal the win for the Sixers.