Pakistan legend Younis Khan has advised young Islamabad United wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan to prioritize fitness if he wants a long and successful career. Speaking at a press event, Younis stressed the importance of diet and discipline for professional athletes, especially at the international level.
“We all enjoy burgers—I do too—but as professional athletes, we have to show control. Diet and discipline are key at this level. If Azam Khan wants a long and successful career, fitness must be a top priority for him. There are no shortcuts,” Younis Khan said. His comments come after Azam, known for his powerful batting, faced criticism over his fitness throughout his young career.
The 26-year-old has been a rising star in Pakistan cricket, playing for Islamabad United in the PSL and earning a spot in the national T20 team. However, the latter was shortlived as he was immediately dropped from the national due to his lack of fitness and agility. His weight and stamina have often been topics of debate among fans and experts. Despite scoring a quick 45 off 28 balls against Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2025, some pointed out that Azam struggled while running between the wickets.
Despite the criticism, Azam Khan still manages to stun everyone now and then with his agility as a wicket-keeper as well as his explosiveness with the bat.
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