AB de Villiers Defends Babar Azam's English, Slams Troll

As the T20 World Cup 2024 approaches, former South African captain AB de Villiers hosted Pakistan skipper Babar Azam for an interview on his YouTube channel. The cricketing duo engaged in a wide-ranging discussion, but De Villiers' composure was tested when a fan attempted to mock Babar Azam's English proficiency.

The fan's comment, "ABD hardly control his laughing. Babar Azam speaking in English," accompanied by laughing emojis, drew De Villiers' ire. The Proteas legend swiftly shut down the troll, stating, "His English is infinitely better than my Urdu. And his batting is excellent, which is what matters more, I believe."

De Villiers' response garnered widespread praise, with many commending him for standing up against online harassment. The incident highlighted the importance of respecting individuals regardless of their language skills.

During the interview, Babar Azam opened up about his humble beginnings and the challenges he faced in pursuing his cricketing dreams. "My family played a big role because, when I started out, we did not have a lot of money," he said. "I played state cricket, tennis ball cricket, and tape-ball cricket every Saturday night."

Despite the financial constraints, Babar's determination and passion for cricket propelled him to the international stage. He acknowledged the support of senior players and the team's high hopes for the upcoming World Cup.

"We are going for the World Cup and the hope is very high," Babar said. "The confidence is very high and we have a good team, we have good players. Good batters and senior players have stepped up and this helps a lot. We are very excited for World Cup."

AB de Villiers' defense of Babar Azam's English and Babar's own reflections on his journey serve as a reminder of the importance of perseverance, respect, and the pursuit of excellence in sports.

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