Imam highlights differences in Sarfaraz and Babar’s captaincy

Pakistan opener Imam ul Haq has highlighted the contrasting approaches to captaincy between Babar Azam and Sarfaraz Ahmed.

While speaking on a local TV channel, Imam noted that while both captains provided opportunities to players, Sarfaraz had the support of Mickey Arthur and Inzamam Ul Haq, forming a trio that facilitated decision-making.

"Babar Azam gives proper opportunity to the players. Sarfaraz bhai also gave opportunities, but he had Mickey [Arthur] and Inzamam Ul Haq behind him. Babar didn't have that kind of support in his era, but he backed the players a lot and had great communication with them," Imam said.

Imam emphasized the importance of giving the captain full authority in selecting players, as they ultimately bear responsibility for the team's performance.

"Captain should be given complete authority to pick the players he want because he would be held accountable for the results," he said.

The 28-year-old also praised Sarfaraz's T20 captaincy for its sharpness in reading the game and making swift judgments.

"I really like Sarfaraz bhai's T20 captaincy. He is very street smart. He knows how to read the game and make quick decisions," he added.