Pakistan Cricket in Crisis: Babar, Rizwan, U-19 Batters Face Humiliation

• Mohammad Rizwan was retired out in the Big Bash League, while Babar Azam was denied strike by Steve Smith, leading to humiliation.
• Pakistan's U-19 team lost to England by 37 runs in the U-19 World Cup at Takashinga Sports Club, Harare.
• A bizarre run-out incident involving Pakistan's Ali Raza, who stepped out of his crease to avoid a throw, led to his dismissal.
• England successfully defended their score of 210 on a challenging Harare pitch, with Pakistan losing wickets regularly.
• Pakistan U-19 captain Farhan Yusuf scored 65 runs but lacked support, failing to secure a win for his team.

Why It Matters: Pakistan cricket faces widespread embarrassment from both senior and U-19 teams due to poor performances and bizarre incidents.