Omar Akal claimed that he helped Babar Azzam to improve his game against Spin, and revealed that the former Pakistan captain was once close to obtaining advice on this issue.
Babar faced the increasing scrutiny of his performance against spinning, with a significant decrease in the rate of strike and average in recent years. Many former cricket players have indicated his limited choice to photograph him against slow archers as an increased concern.
In an interview with a private television channel, he remembered the most complete moment when Babar sought his inputs.
“I remember clearly when he was facing difficulties with the spinning, and going out around Midwicket. He came to me and said:” Omar Bahi, I face some troubles, “he shared.
He claims that he suggested adjustments to Babar’s grip and focus while facing the spinning.
“I asked him about his grip on the bats and suggested that when facing the roundabout, he must control his grip and keep his eyes on the ball until they are in the middle of the road to him. From there, he can choose to cut it or play a snapshot that will not go on a flat,” he explained.
Babar was once among the most dominant fighters against the rotation, with an average of 82.1 until the end of 2021. However, his numbers have decreased dramatically since then, it decreased to about 48.
The turnover rate against the rotation decreased from 77.7 in 2023 to 68.4 the following year, and it was removed to 60.3 in 2025. It was rejected by the spinning 20 times in the last 39 floors.
While he continues to work in his game, he believes that he has the ability to restore his shape.
He also seemed completely complete from the mirror when he was asked about his current relationship with Babar Ozal, saying, “Everyone has their own lives.”