Babar Azam, the esteemed batsman of Pakistan, has reported the loss of his mobile phone, raising security concerns just days prior to the ICC Champions Trophy.
Babar Azam shared the news with his followers through a post on X, stating, “I have lost my phone and contacts. Will get back to everyone as soon as I find it.”
This incident occurs at a pivotal moment as Pakistan gears up for the ICC Champions Trophy, which is set to commence soon.
The loss of his phone compounds the difficulties the team is already facing, including injury issues and necessary squad modifications ahead of the prestigious event.
Supporters have come together to back the prominent batsman, extending their encouragement and best wishes for the forthcoming matches.
The Mini World Cup will kick off on February 19 with an inaugural match between the defending champions and the host, Pakistan against New Zealand in Karachi.
The International Cricket Council has confirmed the match officials for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 to be held in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 19 February to 9 March.
A team of 12 umpires will take charge of the proceedings in the 8-team tournament to be played in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi in Pakistan and Dubai in the UAE.
Umpires: Kumar Dharmasena, Chris Gaffaney, Michael Gough, Adrian Holdstock, Richard Illingworth, Richard Kettleborough, Ahsan Raza, Paul Reiffel, Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid, Rodney Tucker, Alex Wharf, Joel Wilson.
Match Referees: David Boon, Ranjan Madugalle, Andrew Pycroft.
