Impact of Babar Azam on Pakistan Cricket

The 23-year-old has already scored three centuries and seven fifties in his short career so far and he is someone to watch out for in world cricket.

However, the big question is whether Babar Azam can sustain his form and take Pakistan to heights that no one ever imagined in world cricket. The Pakistani batting line-up is extremely talented and if Azam can lead from the front, there is no reason why the team cannot achieve great things.

Virat Kohli Vs Babar Azam

It would be too early to say that Kohli is on a decline but the fact that Azam is edging him out in terms of averages is definitely a major cause of concern for the Indian cricket team. Kohli's form In the Test format has been in sublime form over the past few years. He amassed 2,149 runs in 27 innings at an average of 68.76 in 2016. In 2017, he averaged 53.40 in 10 innings.

In the current year, Kohli has scored 426 runs in six innings at an average of 71.00. However, his last two innings have been a bit of a concern as he has scored only 36 runs in two innings.

Azam's Test form, On the other hand, Azam has been in terrific form in the Test format. He has scored 1,282 runs in 24 innings at an average of 56.52. In the current year, he has scored 513 runs in eight innings at an average of 64.62. Azam has been edging Kohli out in terms of averages in the Test format.

Babar Azam has shown maturity as a batter and it is also becoming more visible that the youngster has a better understanding of the game.

The sky is the limit for Babar Azam and his potential.