Babar Azam Trolled Online for Viral English Slip After Goosebumps Success

Former Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has recently become the subject of online mockery following a linguistic blunder in a video interview. This incident occurred during an appearance on Kevin Pietersen’s YouTube channel, where they explored techniques for facing bouncers. While answering a question about his preferred batting guard, Azam intended to say, “Most of the time,” but his pronunciation came out as “Momos of the time.” This slip quickly went viral, leading to a flurry of humorous social media memes.

Babar Azam’s Viral Mistake

• Guest appearance on Kevin Pietersen’s YouTube channel
• Inadvertently said “Momos of the time” instead of “Most of the time”
• Resulted in numerous food-related memes on social media

Despite facing ridicule online, Azam has also been active in cricket. He recently wrapped up his debut season in the Big Bash League (BBL) with the Sydney Sixers. Throughout the tournament, he played in eight matches and scored a total of 154 runs, which notably included two half-centuries. Discussions about his strike rate of 104.05 have emerged, critiquing his performance in this fast-paced format.

Upcoming Challenges for Azam

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) views Azam as a crucial player for the national team, particularly with the 2026 T20 World Cup on the horizon. He has been included in the preliminary squad of 20 players submitted to the International Cricket Council (ICC). This squad also features prominent players like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Shadab Khan.

Pakistan’s Preliminary World Cup Schedule

Although the “Momos” incident may dominate social media, the Pakistani management is focused on ensuring Azam is mentally and technically ready for the upcoming challenges, especially given the high-stakes match against India.