Faf Du Plessis Defends Babar Azam's Demotion: 'Best Way To Utilize Him'

• Faf Du Plessis supports Mike Hesson's decision to demote Babar Azam in T20 World Cup 2026.
• Babar Azam has struggled with form, scoring only 66 runs in four matches with a strike rate of 115.78.
• Du Plessis notes T20 cricket's evolution demands higher powerplay strike rates (160-200+), unlike Babar's 120.
• He believes Babar is valuable on spinning pitches in middle overs to minimize dot balls and rotate strike.
• Babar Azam will play against England at Pallekele International Stadium after the New Zealand match was washed out.