Star Sports, the official broadcaster of the ICC World Cup, has unveiled a promotional video that features Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, as a prominent member of the esteemed ‘Fab 5.’
This term, initially coined by the late New Zealand cricket legend Martin Crowe, denotes a select group of internationally renowned batsmen who have consistently dominated the world of cricket.
Among the notable batters included in this list are Virat Kohli from India, Kane Williamson from New Zealand, Steve Smith from Australia, and Joe Root from England.
Fast. Ferocious. Fantastic. Fierce. Fabled. ⚡
Words will fall short in describing the FAB 5 when they spring into action! 🏏#ViratKohli #KaneWilliamson #JoeRoot #BabarAzam #StevenSmith
Stay tuned for the #WorldCupOnStar | October 5 onwards | Star Sports Network#Cricket pic.twitter.com/HtFLJZs9Vn
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) September 8, 2023
The promotional video offers an exciting glimpse into the upcoming ICC World Cup, which promises to deliver an exhilarating showcase of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship.
Babar Azam’s inclusion in the Fab 5 not only highlights his exceptional performances but also underscores his growing influence and impact on the sport.
It’s worth mentioning that Babar Azam currently holds the coveted No. 1 position in the ICC men’s rankings for ODI cricket batters. With an impressive record of 5370 runs in 106 ODIs, including 19 centuries and 28 half-centuries, the Pakistan captain boasts a remarkable average of 59.01.
The ODI World Cup is set to take place in India from October 5th to November 19th, 2023.