Former cricketer Basit Ali praised Babar Azam's performance in the first ODI against Australia, despite Pakistan's loss. Ali highlighted Babar's strong form and hunger for runs, noting his impressive footwork and intent.

It all happened on the fourth ball of the 18th over when Adam Zampa got one to skid through. The ball too seemingly kept low and Babar who was looking in goo touch until then could not get his bat down on time, only to see his stumps getting disturbed. The video of Babar's dismissal also surfaced on social media.