Just before the Big Bash League finals, Babar Azam, the Pakistani batting sensation, made a surprise exit from the Sydney Sixers to join his national team. While his time with the Sixers was a bit of a letdown, they’re bringing back Daniel Hughes to shake things up as they gear up for the finals!

Cricket
Quick rundown
- 1.Babar Azam departs Sixers for national duties just before the Challenger.
- 2.Daniel Hughes returns to shore up the Sixers' balance for the final push.
- 3.Azam’s 202 runs at 22.44 avg and 103.06 SR become notable trivia in a season of big hits.
- 4.Steve Smith–Babar clash hints at a culture misunderstanding, quickly resolved by Henriques.
- 5.With the international curveball, the Sixers still march toward the finals.

