I learn something new about my batting everyday: Babar Azam

Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam has stated that he learns something new about his batting everyday, while shedding light on his philosophy.

The prolific right-hander believes that there is always room for improvement, which is why he analyses his dismissals in a thorough manner.   

“I do analyse my mode of dismissals and see what went wrong. There are times when I revisit the entire match and especially the batting. I make it a point to watch those innings where I would have made mistakes. I look for areas of improvement. It is not necessary that I only watch my dismissals. I do watch my good knocks but also those where I would have failed because there are always areas where I could have done better,” said Azam while talking to Sportstar.

“You make mistakes and improve by not repeating those mistakes. Each day teaches you to be better. Believe me I learn something new every day. We have to aim to learn something new every day,” he added. 

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The Lahore-born also spoke about his role in the Pakistan side and admitted that he is always looking for runs when he is batting.   

“I have defined my role. My responsibilities are more than the others. So, I look to bat the full overs if I can. A lot depends on the situation. There are times when one has to bat on a faster note. Have to keep an eye on the run rate and also control the game to keep pace. In such situations, your plans keep changing, and you have to take quick decisions since you have a plan B,” he said.

“You run into a tough pitch, tough bowling, you are constantly tested. You have to decide when to take a chance, when to be defensive. These decisions are to be taken on the day. Of course, I always look for runs and this approach defines my batting really. Must score runs off every ball,” he added.

Azam is currently on tour of New Zealand with the Men in Green, where he will lead the national side in T20I and Test series.