Pakistan Captain Babar Azam is set to tie the knot in December (Twitter)
Pakistani cricket captain, Babar Azam, has found himself in the spotlight for a surprising reason ahead of a crucial match against Bangladesh in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. According to sources close to the OneCricket, Azam splurged a whopping seven lakh rupees on a designer sherwani, a traditional Indian outfit, for his upcoming wedding.
This news comes as a surprise as the Pakistani team, who were the World Champions in 1992, arrived in Kolkata just a day before their match against Bangladesh.
It’s rare for a captain to engage in wedding shopping during such an important tournament, raising eyebrows and potential controversy within cricketing circles.
Babar Azam’s wedding is scheduled to take place at the end of this year, making the timing of his extravagant purchase all the more unexpected. Reportedly, Azam purchased the designer sherwani at a renowned Indian designer’s boutique, Sabyasachi, known for their exquisite bridal and groom wear.
In addition to the sherwani, Azam is said to have acquired jewelry worth a considerable sum from a jewelry-making company while relaxing in the luxurious confines of a five-star hotel.
With the wedding preparations in full swing, Azam’s relatives are also busy with arrangements. The timing of his wedding shopping, amid such a significant international tournament, has ignited debate about focus. Babar Azam now finds himself at the center of attention, both for his stylish wedding preparations and the performance of the Pakistani cricket team, making his journey through this World Cup an intriguing one to watch.
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