Pakistan batter Babar Azam's antics on the field went viral while shaking hands with Salman Ali Agha during the first ODI against the West Indies at the Brian Lara International Stadium in Tarouba. The right-hander's shook hands with Salman Ali Agha in a funny way while celebrating the wicket of Sherfane Rutherford.
The incident occurred in the 26th over of the innings when the left-hander Rutherford slashed one powerfully but could only find Saim Ayub at extra cover and had to walk back for a sluggish 10, albeit at a crucial stage of the game. It was then that Babar shook hands funnily with Salman to celebrate the scalp.
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Despite succumbing to a tricky 136/4 at that stage, West Indies still managed to reach a competitive score of 280 in 49 overs. Captain Shai Hope (55) and all-rounder Roston Chase (53) struck fifties to lift the home side to 280.
Babar Azam's 47 plays a crucial role in helping Pakistan secure a 1-0 series lead
Meanwhile, Babar, who finally returned to national colours, scored a crucial 47 off 64 deliveries laced with five fours and a six to help the tourists build the run-chase of 280. The former Pakistan skipper first stitched a 47-run stand with Abdullah Shafique, followed by 55 with Mohammad Rizwan, who played a captain's knock of 53.
Nevertheless, Hassan Nawaz provided the real impetus to Pakistan by hammering 63 off only 54 deliveries with five fours and three maximums, while Hussain Talat belted 41 off 37 balls. The duo stitched an unbroken stand of 104 as the Men in Green crossed the line with five wickets and seven balls to spare.
Pakistan have already won the T20I series 2-1.
