Pakistan batter Saim Ayub faced another setback in the ongoing Champions Cup at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad. Playing for Team Panthers, Ayub struggled with his form, enduring a disappointing dismissal during the match against the Dolphins on Saturday. His attempt at a no-look shot ended poorly, further highlighting his ongoing challenges with the bat. This marked his second consecutive failure in the tournament, raising concerns about his current performance and consistency.
Saim Ayub Made a Blunder While Playing:
The incident took place during the third over of the Panthers’ innings when Saim Ayub attempted one of his signature no-look shots against Mir Hamza. Hamza delivered a length ball that drifted away after pitching, catching Ayub off guard. Ayub played the shot too early, leading to a leading edge that sent the ball directly to Mohammad Huraira stationed at mid-off.
This misjudgment resulted in Ayub’s dismissal, marking his second consecutive failure in the Champions Cup. The premature execution of his no-look shot demonstrated a lapse in timing and technique, contributing to his ongoing struggles in the tournament and raising concerns about his current form.
Saim Ayub managed just six runs off 12 balls, marking his second consecutive failure in the Champions One-Day Cup. Previously, he had scored 20 runs from 15 balls against the Markhors. His latest performance, including his unsuccessful bid for a big shot, has sparked considerable trolling on social media. Fans have expressed their frustration and disappointment, making his recent struggles a hot topic online. Here’s a glimpse of the fan reactions to his performance.
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A handled named Adeel A. Shamim MD wrote, “Lol that’s basically him in a nutshell. No sense of responsibility. Throwing away his wicket. Consistently inconsistent.”
Another handled named Binu Singh wrote, “ Cricket no look nhi, aankh khool k kholke khelne ki chiz h, mazak bna rakha h sports ka.”
Kamran Akmal was Unhappy With Saim Ayub:
Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal criticized Saim Ayub’s casual dismissal, expressing strong disapproval of the young batter’s approach. Akmal remarked that, had it been up to him, Ayub wouldn’t have been considered for the team due to his recent performance. His comments reflect the growing scrutiny and pressure on Ayub following his ongoing struggles in the tournament.
He said, “ Honestly, if I were in charge, I swear I wouldn’t let Saim come near the team for the next two years after getting out like he did in the first innings of the second Test.”
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