India, Feb. 21 -- Babar Azam's sluggish innings in Pakistan's Champions Trophy 2025 opener against New Zealand has sparked a wave of criticism. While the former Pakistani skipper scored 64 off 90 balls in the 60-run loss, his approach came under fire for lacking intent in a steep chase of 321.

As experts dissected his performance, some heated reactions have poured in after an Indian anchor used the word 'Bobzy' to refer to Babar in a seemingly dismissive manner.

During a Cricbuzz segment, the anchor referred to Babar as 'Bobzy' while discussing his knock. The name, popular among his fans in Pakistan, seemed unfamiliar to former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, who was visibly confused by the reference. Sehwag, puzzled, responded with, ...