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[Watch] Angry Babar Azam Stops Wahab Riaz From Participating Six Hitting Challenge

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Before the fourth T20I game against New Zealand in Lahore, there was a funny moment in the Pakistan training camp, when Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, stopped Chief Selector Wahab Riaz from joining the six-hitting competition among the Pakistani players.

The Pakistan players were having a six-hitting challenge amongst themselves. Each player would get two balls, and the one who hit the ball the farthest would be declared the winner.


Watch - Wahab Riaz gets denied 


Wahab Riaz, once hailed as one of the finest fast bowlers of his era, is remembered for his fierce spell against Shane Watson during the 2015 World Cup. Notably, Wahab also possesses the ability to hit big sixes. 

Currently serving as Pakistan's chief selector, Wahab couldn't resist the urge to participate in the six-hitting challenge, reminiscent of his playing days. However, both Babar Azam and interim head coach Azhar Mahmood swiftly redirected the veteran back.

Babar Azam, the Pakistan skipper, led by example by being the first to participate. After all the competitors took their turns, three names emerged as frontrunners: veteran Iftikhar Ahmed, along with Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah.

Pakistan faces New Zealand today at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore for the fourth T20I. New Zealand's second team surprised everyone by beating Pakistan in the third match. This makes the fourth T20I crucial for Pakistan.