Cricket
Pakistan suffered a narrow Super 8 loss to England in the T20 World Cup 2026, putting their semi-final hopes under pressure
Babar Azam scored just 25 off 24 balls in that match, and questions about his form quickly resurfaced
Former England captain Michael Vaughan weighed in, saying Pakistan coach Mike Hesson is using Babar like an “insurance policy” in the batting line-up
Vaughan explained that because Babar must play, he’s positioned to steady the innings when early wickets fall, like a safety net for the team
Some believe this tactical move shows smart management, while others see team politics keeping Babar in the XI despite recent struggles
With Pakistan still in the hunt, all eyes will be on Babar and whether this role helps the team turn their World Cup campaign around