After Babar Azam was displaced from the Pakistani T20i plans, Sydney Sixers applied before the 15th Big Bash League season. Babar was signed as a preliminary player because the rules allow BBL to bring one international player before the proposal is held. The BBL 15 proposal will take place on June 19.
The recent report from PTI suggested that BabarTogether with Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi, they were displaced from any future plans with the T20i party. The decision comes before the Western India and the Bangladesh series. Sixers revealed notifications on their official website.
“Sydney Sixers enthusiastically announces the signature of Pakistani Supervars Babar Azama for the upcoming KFC BBL | 15 season, which refers to one of the biggest acquisitions in the history of the league,” he read the statement.
“We are absolutely pleased that we can welcome Babara this summer at Sixers.”
“Babar’s biography speaks for himself. The ability, professionalism and experience it brings has a huge value for our playing group and the news is obviously incredibly exciting for our fans.”
“He is a world -class player and a proven leader. It is not only a huge addition to our club, but to the league as a whole,” said Sixers CEO Rachael Haynes.
What Babar said after connecting to the Sixers
Babar revealed that he was very proud to join Sixers before the upcoming season and it is an exciting chance to play in one of the best league T20 in the world. Babar said he was looking forward to contributing to the success of the team and building a strong bond with fans.
“I’m very proud to join Sydney Sixers to the upcoming season.”
“It’s an exciting opportunity to play in one of the best league in the world and be part of the successful and respected franchise.”
“I look forward to the success of the team, building a strong connection with fans and sharing this experience with my friends, family and supporters at home in Pakistan,” Babar said.
The connection with the Sixers also means that Babar will connect with Steve Smith during the upcoming season.
Published on:
June 13, 2025
