Last year, Babar also tweeted in support of Virat Kohli, who was going through a rough patch
07 April, 2023
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Babar Azam, the captain of the Pakistan cricket team, recently took to Twitter to express his support for injured New Zealand captain, Kane Williamson.
New Zealand captain has ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee and is almost certain to miss the 50-overs World Cup in India later this year.
The elite top-order batsman suffered the injury while fielding for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League last Friday and returned to New Zealand. Scans on Tuesday confirmed the injury would require surgery, making it unlikely he will be fit and available for selection for the tournament in October and November.
In his tweet, Babar Azam, while showing his support wrote, "Bounce back stronger. Get well soon Kane Williamson."
Bounce back stronger. Get well soon Kane Williamson pic.twitter.com/XSkMa70qXO
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) April 6, 2023
The gesture of goodwill from Babar was widely appreciated by cricket fans around the world. Many people praised him for showing sportsmanship and solidarity with a fellow player who had suffered an injury.
Pakistan captain is known for his skills as a cricketer and his graciousness on and off the field. His tweet in support of Williamson is just one example of the kind of sportsmanship and camaraderie that he embodies.
Last year, Babar, also tweeted in support of Virat Kohli, who was going through a rough patch in his batting during the ODI series between England and India.
Babar Azam's tweet read, "This too shall pass. Stay strong."
Kohli also responded to Babar Azam's tweet, thanking him for his support and acknowledging the spirit of sportsmanship.
