Islamic Scholar Claims Babar Azam is Possessed by Black Magic

A fresh debate has taken over social media after an Islamic scholar claimed that Babar Azam is under the influence of black magic. The statement came during the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka and India, where the former Pakistan captain is struggling with the bat.

The scholar suggested that Babar’s sudden dip in form is not natural and may be due to supernatural interference. The claim quickly went viral, dividing fans. While some dismissed it as emotional talk, others linked it to his prolonged poor performance.

Struggles in the T20 World Cup 2026

Babar has found it difficult to regain his rhythm in this tournament. In five innings, he has scored only 91 runs with an average of 22.75. His 25 off 24 balls against England in the Super 8 stage became a major talking point. Critics highlighted his strike rate of 104.17, saying it slowed Pakistan’s innings at a crucial time.

Head coach Mike Hesson even shifted him to No. 4 in the batting order. The management believes the team needs a faster start in the powerplay overs.

Recent Form Across Formats

Babar’s form has been under pressure for more than a year. During his stint with the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League, he scored 202 runs in 11 matches at an average of 22.44. His strike rate of 103.06 was among the lowest for players scoring over 200 runs in a season.

In Test cricket, he has not scored a century since 2022. His average in 2024 dropped to 18.5. Once ranked No. 1 in T20Is, he has now slipped to 31st in ICC rankings. Former wicketkeeper Rashid Latif even remarked that Babar may no longer suit this format.

Performance Snapshot

Many fans still believe class is permanent and that Babar can return stronger. Whether it is pressure, technical flaws, or simply a rough patch, cricket experts agree that only on-field performances will silence the noise.