The official broadcaster of the ICC World Cup, Star Sports, unveiled a captivating promotional video on Friday, highlighting Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, as a prominent member of the revered ‘Fab 5’ group.

Coined by the late New Zealand cricket legend Martin Crowe, ‘Fab 5’ refers to an elite group of internationally acclaimed batsmen who have consistently dominated the cricketing landscape. This select list boasts cricketing luminaries such as Virat Kohli from India, Kane Williamson from New Zealand, Steve Smith from Australia, and Joe Root from England.

The promotional video provides a tantalizing glimpse into the upcoming ICC World Cup, promising a thrilling showcase of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. The inclusion of Babar Azam in the Fab 5 not only recognizes his outstanding performances but also underscores his growing influence and impact on the game.

It’s noteworthy that Babar Azam currently occupies the coveted No. 1 position in the ICC men’s rankings for ODI batters. With 5370 runs in 106 ODIs, including 19 centuries and 28 half-centuries, the Pakistan captain boasts an impressive average of 59.01.