ODI World Cup 2023

‘Kya buzdil wali cricket khel ke laute hai ye log’ – Fans react as Babar Azam and Co. reach Pakistan after participating in ODI World Cup 2023

The return of Babar Azam and the Pakistan cricket team after their World Cup journey was marked by a noticeably muted welcome.

Nov 13, 2023 3:47 pm

The World Cup campaign of Pakistan’s cricket team was a roller coaster ride, with moments of brilliance overshadowed by inconsistency. Their unexpected loss to Afghanistan was a significant low point, and despite showing potential, the team couldn’t maintain the consistency required to secure a place in the semifinals.

The team’s return to Pakistan was met with mixed reactions from their dedicated fans. The journey back home took place in two phases. The first group, consisting of 11 members, departed from Kolkata at 8:55 am on November 12. A few hours later, the second group followed, leaving at 08:20 pm on the same day. After a brief stopover in Dubai, they finally arrived in their respective cities in Pakistan on the morning of November 13.

Interestingly, Pakistani pacer Hasan Ali will be staying in India until November 22 due to personal reasons. His wife, Samiya Arzoo, has family in India, specifically in Gurugram, which explains his extended stay.

Subdued welcome greets Babar Azam and team Pakistan upon return!

The return of Babar Azam and the Pakistan cricket team after their World Cup journey was marked by a noticeably muted welcome. This subdued reception stands in stark contrast to the jubilant and celebratory welcomes reserved for victorious campaigns.

Pakistan’s exit from the World Cup before reaching the semi-finals has cast a shadow over captain, Babar Azam’s future. The disappointment is evident, as the team and its leader couldn’t fulfil the high expectations placed on them.

At the airport, a crowd gathered to spot Babar Azam, but the reception was notably humble, considering the immense popularity of Pakistan’s skipper.

See here:

Pakistan team have reached Pakistan after finishing the World Cup.https://t.co/pJG0waJvUn

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 13, 2023

On social media platforms, discussions, analyses, and critiques of the team’s performance are buzzing. The disappointment is palpable, but amid the dismay, some voices acknowledge the efforts of individual players.

See how fans have reacted:

Hona bhi chahiye. Kya buzdil wali cricket jo khel ke aaye hai.

— CHARLIE (@CharlieGulshan) November 13, 2023

People waiting outside airport pic.twitter.com/Dp9MpLxUbQ

— memes_hallabol (@memes_hallabol) November 13, 2023

I hope so Babar Azam will not get bashing..It's a collective failure..Pace bowler and spinner need to take the responsibility

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) November 13, 2023

https://twitter.com/PKMKB_93K/status/1723943509151858911?s=20