• Babar Azam came up with a light-hearted response to a journalist's question for ODI World Cup 2023.

  • Pakistan will begin their World Cup campaign against the Netherlands on October 6 in Hyderabad.

WATCH: Babar Azam’s cheeky response to query about Pakistan players’ inexperience of Indian conditions ahead of ODI World Cup 2023
Babar Azam on Pakistan players' inexperience of playing in India ahead of ODI World Cup 2023 (Image Source: Twitter)

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As the cricketing world gears up for the highly anticipated ODI World Cup 2023, Pakistan’s skipper, Babar Azam, has injected a dose of humor and anticipation into the buildup. Scheduled to commence in India on October 5, the tournament promises a thrilling spectacle, and Babar’s comments have added to the excitement surrounding Pakistan’s campaign.

The opening clash will feature the finalists of the previous edition, England and New Zealand, setting the stage for what promises to be a fiercely competitive event. Pakistan, on the other hand, are set to embark on their journey in the tournament on the subsequent day, October 6, against the Netherlands. This match will take place at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, marking Pakistan’s initial step in their quest for cricketing glory.

One fixture that has cricket fans around the globe on the edge of their seats is the clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India. This much-anticipated encounter is scheduled for October 14 and will be held at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Babar Azam’s witty response to journalist’s query

In the lead-up to the ODI World Cup, Babar found himself at the center of attention when a journalist probed about the inexperience of Pakistan’s players in Indian conditions. Given that Pakistan and India have not engaged in bilateral series since 2012-13 and have had limited encounters in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup, the journalist’s question was indeed pertinent.

The journalist asked, “What should Pakistan expect from the upcoming World Cup in India, considering almost no player from the current squad has experience of playing on Indian soil”?

However, Babar responded in a light-hearted yet intriguing manner, refusing to divulge any details regarding Pakistan’s strategy for the tournament. He stated, “As I’ve said earlier, I will not answer this question. I will respond to all the questions in the stadium when we (Pakistan) will reach there (India).”

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