Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan's cricket team, has voiced his concerns regarding the nature of criticism directed at current players by former cricketers. He stated that while criticism is part of the sport, personal attacks should be avoided to foster a supportive environment. Babar sympathized with teammate Shadab Khan, who recently faced backlash from former players like Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Yousuf after the team's early exit from the T20 World Cup. Shadab's comments, which pointed out that those criticizing were part of teams that never defeated India in a World Cup, ignited significant debate within Pakistan. Babar noted that while former players have the right to critique, they should do so respectfully to prevent unnecessary conflict. He acknowledged the impact of social media on public discourse, stating that it has made it difficult to control personal opinions. As the Pakistan cricket team prepares for future challenges, Babar will lead Peshawar Zalmi in their quest for victory against the Hyderabad Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) on Sunday.