Babar Azam’s ‘lost phone’ post was just a clever marketing stunt

Ace cricketer Babar Azam had his fans worried after posting about losing his cell phone. However, the former skipper put all concerns to rest as his post turned out to be a marketing stunt for a brand.

Earlier, Babar had shared a post on his social media accounts, informing his followers about the loss of his phone.

"I have lost my phone and contacts. Will get back to everyone as soon as I find it," he wrote.

As fans expressed concern and reassured Babar not to worry, he shared an advertisement on his X account five days later, revealing that his phone had been found—but in reality, it was never lost.

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"Phone mil gaya, and all your worries are greatly appreciated!," he posted, adding a laughing emoji.

While some fans were amused by the stunt, others advised Babar to focus on his form, emphasizing that major tournaments were approaching and they expected him to perform well for the team.

Meanwhile, preparations fro the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 are in full swing.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a grand opening ceremony for the newly renovated National Bank Stadium in Karachi on February 11.

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The National Bank Stadium is set to host three matches in the Champions Trophy, including the opening fixture between Pakistan and New Zealand on February 19.

The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be played from February 19 to March 9 across three venues in Pakistan—Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi—as well as Dubai. The participating teams are divided into two groups:

Group A: Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh

Group B: Afghanistan, South Africa, England, Australia

The Champions Trophy 2025 will consist of 15 matches, with teams competing for the prestigious title in the One Day International (ODI) format.