Some Dutch Cricketers are seen practice with Babar Azam. Dutch cricket players Michael Levitt and Shariz took part in practice with Babar Azam in Lahore. This create a rare collaboration of international cricket. The session was held at National Cricket Academy. Where the visiting players worked on their batting, timing and overall game awareness under Babar’s supervision. Witnesses at the session said the Dutch players were excited to train with one of the world’s leading batters.
Babar spent time discussing the basics of short making. And also demonstrate practicing routine he personally follow. He offered advice on handling high pressure match situation. The coaching staff accompanying the Netherlands players praised the experience, saying it would greatly benefit their athletes and and help strengthen cricket relationship between Pakistan and Netherlands. They added that such exchanges can play an important role in the growth of cricket in emerging nations.
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Babar Azam also expressed his appreciation for the visit, noting that cricket serve as bridge between countries and that he was glad to contribute to the development of young international players. The Dutch cricketers will continue their training program in Lahore, with the possibility of additional joint sessions in the coming days.