Fans greeted Babar Azam with thunderous cheers ahead of the Champions Cup in Pakistan.

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A video went viral showing fans erupting in glee after catching a sight of Babar, who will play for the Stallions.

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When Babar waived at them, supporters began screaming 'Babar Babar', expressing their appreciation for the right-handed hitter.

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Babar is a member of the team that will be led by Mohammad Haris, who is also the captain of the Pakistan Shaheens.

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Babar and the Stallions will open their campaign on Friday, September 13 against the Lions, who will be led by Shaheen Shah Afridi.

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Given the chants for Babar, Pakistani supporters are anxious for him to play in the Champions Cup.

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Babar Azam has had some problems during the previous year and a half.

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He was widely condemned when Pakistan failed to advance to the second round of the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the United States.

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His batting, particularly in the powerplay, was also called into question.

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