As anticipation for the ODI World Cup 2023 builds, cricket enthusiasts and experts are eager to predict the standout performers of the tournament. Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has joined in and selected a player whom he believes could set the ODI World Cup 2023 ablaze.
The ODI World Cup, returning to India after a decade, has sparked high expectations among cricket fans worldwide. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli leading the Indian team, cricket enthusiasts are hopeful about India’s chances.
However, Gambhir acknowledges that formidable players from other cricketing nations also pose a significant challenge to India’s aspirations, including Babar Azam from Pakistan, Kane Williamson from New Zealand, and Joe Root from England.
In an unexpected choice, Gambhir singled out Pakistan’s skipper, Babar Azam, as the potential standout performer of the ODI World Cup 2023. He praised Babar’s unique and exceptional batting capability, noting that he possesses a level of skill that distinguishes him from players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root.
“Babar Azam can set this World Cup on fire. I have seen a lot of players with so much time to bat. I think that Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root are there, but Babar Azam has a different level of capability,” remarked Gambhir.
Babar Azam’s recent form aligns with Gambhir’s endorsement, as he has accumulated an impressive 745 runs in 15 ODI innings this year. However, it’s worth noting that he faced some challenges in the Asia Cup 2023 after a brilliant 151-run performance in the opening game.
The cricketing world eagerly awaits the ODI World Cup 2023, where these talented players will showcase their skills on the grand stage, and the battle for cricket’s most prestigious title will captivate fans across the globe.