Umar Akmal Responds to Babar Azam Comparison Controversy

Former Pakistan batter Umar Akmal has issued a clarification after an Instagram story sparked controversy for seemingly comparing his performances with those of Babar Azam.

Taking to social media platform X, Umar Akmal addressed the backlash and said his post had been misunderstood. He emphasized that he had no intention of drawing comparisons between himself and the Pakistan captain.

“I want to clarify that my aim was never to compare myself with Babar Azam. He is currently one of the top batters in the world, and I have great respect for his achievements,” Umar wrote.

The clarification comes after fans interpreted his earlier Instagram story as an attempt to measure his career statistics against Babar’s, leading to heated debate online.

Babar Azam is widely regarded as one of the finest batters of his generation, consistently ranking among the top players in international cricket across formats. Umar’s statement appears aimed at easing tensions and putting speculation to rest.

The episode once again highlights how quickly social media posts can spark controversy in Pakistan’s passionate cricket community.