Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has made a principled decision by refusing to display the logo of a surrogate betting company on his Colombo Strikers jersey during the upcoming season of the Lanka Premier League (LPL).
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In many T20 leagues, betting companies adopt minor name alterations to become sponsors, but Babar Azam has taken a strong stance against promoting such companies. According to reports, Azam has made it a condition in his contract with the Colombo Strikers that he will not wear the logo of any betting company. The franchise has respected his decision and chosen to honor his wishes.
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Babar Azam is all set to lead the Colombo Strikers in the LPL, which is scheduled to take place from July 30 to August 22. By refusing to promote a surrogate betting company, Azam has shown his integrity and commitment to maintaining the spirit of fair play and ethics in cricket. His principled stance sets an example for other players and highlights the importance of upholding the values of the game.
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