Pakistan, April 29 -- Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has praised Mohammad Amir for mentally outclassing Babar Azam during their recent HBL PSL 10 encounter. The match, held at Gaddafi Stadium, saw Amir dismissing the Peshawar Zalmi captain for the second time this season. Akhtar noted that Amir's approach was highly strategic, especially in his battle against Babar, who appeared unsettled by Amir's deliveries.

Akhtar explained that Babar struggled to see Amir's balls clearly, with some deliveries even hitting his head or body. He emphasized that Amir was fully aware of Babar's weaknesses and used this knowledge to gain the upper hand. Despite the crowd chanting Babar's name, Amir maintained his focus and executed his plan effe...