'Best example of nepotism': Pakistan cricketer brutally trolled for poor performance in T20I series vs England

The Pakistan cricket team's wicket-keeper batter, Azam Khan, is facing severe criticism for his lackluster performance in the recent England vs Pakistan T20I series. England clinched the series victory on Thursday with a convincing seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the fourth and final T20I held in London. Inclement weather led to the cancellation of two matches, with only the second and fourth T20Is being played.

Returning to Azam Khan, the son of former Pakistan captain Moin Khan, has been facing criticism for his recent poor performances in matches. In the latest game, Wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan was dismissed for a duck by a fiery bouncer from Mark Wood, with the ball hitting his glove and landing in Buttler's hands. Additionally, he failed to make some easy and crucial catches during the match. Khan dropped a catch when Phil Salt was on 34, and later missed another straightforward opportunity when Will Jacks, on eight, edged Rauf.

Concerns have been raised about Khan's fitness and his potential inclusion in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, set to commence on June 2. Pakistan's first match is scheduled for June 6 against the USA in Dallas, with the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash taking place on June 9 in New York. The internet has been buzzing with discussions about Khan's performance and his readiness for such a prestigious tournament.

Here's how fans reacted to Azam's performance:

Azam Khan is the best example of nepotism in our country. Mediocrity rules here in every department. Shameless people who persisted with him must be charged and sentenced. This is a criminal act not a simple mistake.

— Mubasher Lucman (@mubasherlucman) May 30, 2024

Future of Pakistan cricket 
Azam Khan's batting and fielding today were so entertaining, it's like he thought he is auditioning for a comedy show instead of playing cricket!  #ENGvPAK #ENGvPAK#Azamkhan #BabarAzam #MarkWood #Archer #PakistanCricket #Shadab #Babar pic.twitter.com/EotyuTNRDX

— Sagar Lohatkar (@sagarlohatkar) May 30, 2024

Azam Khan drops another easy catch 

Look at Haris Rauf's reaction #tapmad #HojaoADFree #PAKvsENG #ENGvPAK pic.twitter.com/Qzo8Cxx4vG

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) May 30, 2024

PCB ko chahiye keh ICC se baat kar ke Azam Khan ki jagah 60, 60 kg walay 2 players khila le#PAKvsEng #PAKvENG pic.twitter.com/WZyj4GmgVE

— Pehn Di Siri (@PehnDiSiri) May 30, 2024

Azam Khan is an embarrassment to international cricket pic.twitter.com/Ferp0ys5nf

— yang goi (@GongR1ght) May 30, 2024

Recently, former Pakistan cricket team captain Shahid Afridi also raised concerns about the fitness of Azam Khan. During an interview with SamaaTV, Afridi stated,   "Fitness is the main thing. If you are fit, your body language gives it away on the ground, be it while batting, bowling, or fielding. You can't compromise on fitness. Main kabhi bhi fitness pe Azam Khan ko team ke paas aane dunga."

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