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Over the years, the game of cricket has been blessed with iconic players in every era. From the dominance of Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting in the 2000s to the era of Virat Kohli and Steve Smith in the 2010s, each decade has witnessed individuals who’ve mesmerized fans with extraordinary performances across formats.
Aaron Finch reveals the standout star of this decade
The question of who stands as the greatest player of the current decade often sparks debate among fans and experts alike. But for former Australia white-ball captain Aaron Finch, the answer is clear — it’s Pakistan’s premier batter Babar Azam.
“There is no bigger name than Babar Azam among the Pakistani players in the BBL draft. He is the biggest name among all Pakistani cricketers. Babar is currently the best player in world cricket and arguably the greatest player of this decade,” Finch stated, as quoted by NDTV.
The former Aussie opener also highlighted Babar’s global impact, saying, “He has performed brilliantly all over the world and it is a great thing for Australian fans to see a superstar like him playing in Australia.”
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Star batter to feature for Sydney Sixers in BBL 2025-26
Interestingly, Babar will be donning the Sydney Sixers jersey in the upcoming Big Bash League season, marking a significant milestone in his T20 franchise journey. Despite being dropped from Pakistan’s T20I squad recently due to a prolonged slump in form — marked by inconsistency and a declining strike rate — Babar remains a household name in world cricket.
His presence in the BBL is expected to boost the league’s popularity, especially among South Asian fans, as he looks to regain his mojo in Australian conditions.
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