The Hundred 2023 Draft saw Babar Azam, the captain of the Pakistan cricket team, serve as a head coach for the Manchester Originals. Unfortunately, his choices at the draft came under fire from netizens. Many criticized his selections and the team’s performance in the draft. The backlash quickly spread on social media, with many netizens taking to Twitter and other platforms to share their thoughts.
Netizens Criticize Babar Azam’s Performance in The Hundred 2023 Draft
Babar Azam’s choices during the draft have not gone down well with netizens. The Manchester Originals picked up as many as 8 players, but many feel that the team missed out on some promising talent. Fans and cricket pundits alike are of the opinion that Azam’s picks lacked the necessary balance required to form a strong team. Some people even went as far as to say that the Manchester Originals would struggle in the upcoming season.
What’s more, a few players picked by Azam have raised eyebrows. For instance, the selection of Steven Finn, who retired from professional cricket almost two years ago, was a surprise to many. Similarly, the selection of Phil Salt, who has only played a handful of T20Is, was also met with skepticism. Netizens have pointed out that Azam’s picks seemed to be based on personal preferences rather than merit.
The Social Media Backlash Against Babar Azam’s Draft Choices
The backlash against Babar Azam has been swift and brutal. Social media platforms were abuzz with criticism of the Manchester Originals head coach’s choices. Many fans took to Twitter to express their disappointment with Azam’s draft selections. Some even went as far as to call him out for his lack of experience as a coach. Additionally, many fans criticized Azam for being too focused on Pakistani players, rather than picking the best talent available.
It is worth noting that the criticism is not limited to fans alone. Even cricket experts and former cricketers have questioned Azam’s choices during the draft. Some feel that the captain of the Pakistani cricket team may have underestimated the level of competition in The Hundred. Overall, the backlash against Babar Azam’s draft choices has been significant, with many fans and experts alike hoping that the Manchester Originals will be able to prove them wrong in the upcoming season.
The Hundred 2023 Draft may have been an opportunity for Babar Azam to showcase his coaching skills, but his choices have come under fire from netizens. While some feel that the criticism is unwarranted, others believe that the backlash is justified given the Manchester Originals’ lackluster draft picks. Only time will tell whether Azam’s decisions were the right ones or not, but for now, the social media backlash against him continues to grow.