Australian seamer Sean Abbott has voiced his frustration at having to bowl to Babar Azam, admitting that the Pakistan star seems to dictate terms every time they face off.
Speaking about his experiences against the Pakistani star batter, Abbott said Babar “hits you where Babar wants to,” adding that he is “sick of bowling at him, whether it’s domestic cricket or international cricket,” and that he can’t remember ever dismissing him.
The pair are currently teammates at Sydney Sixers in the ongoing 2025/25 Big Bash League (BBL 15), turning former on-field battles into a shared dressing room.
Babar’s aura hasn’t disappeared, even though his recent numbers show a mixed run of form. In the Big Bash, he has already produced a polished 58 off 42 balls against Sydney Thunder, but also suffered a handful of low scores, prompting scrutiny of his adaptability to Australian conditions.
Despite that, his presence has transformed the Sixers off the field, driving huge social-media engagement, boosting attendance, and creating a visible Pakistani fan presence in the stands.
Babar Azam’s Sydney Sixers are currently taking on Mohammad Rizwan’s Melbourne Renegades at the SCG. Fans are hoping Babar produces another one of his classic knocks to help the Sixers win this all important game of the BBL 15.
