After nearly ten months away from the shortest format, Babar Azam is back — and with it comes a wave of anticipation for Pakistan fans. The 1st T20I against South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium marks not just another bilateral contest, but a symbolic new beginning for Pakistan’s T20 side under Mike Hesson’s evolving system.

Following a disappointing Asia Cup 2025 campaign that exposed Pakistan’s timid batting approach, Babar returns to a team looking to rediscover its fearless rhythm ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup. His last T20I came in December, and this comeback is being closely watched — not only for his runs, but for how he adapts to Hesson’s “attack-first” philosophy.

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During the recent Test series against South Africa, Babar managed

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