‘Injury scare’ for Babar Azam ahead of England Tests as Pakistan captain rested
Pakistan captain Babar Azam sustained a hand injury during a warm-up match. He was forced to retire from the game as a precautionary measure. Azam is expected to return to training on Monday before the series begins. The three-Test series against England is scheduled to start on August 19. His availability remains a key talking point for the visiting team.
Pakistan's cricket captain Babar Azam is facing a potential injury scare just before the start of their three-Test series against England. The 31-year-old was forced to retire from a warm-up match after being hit on the hand by an England Under-19 pacer, Manny Lumsden. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated that Babar was advised to take a precautionary rest following an assessment by the team doctor.
Babar, who recently took over as Pakistan's Test captain, is expected to return to training on Monday, August 17, ahead of the first Test against England on August 19. The injury to the key player will be closely monitored as Pakistan aims to strengthen their World Test Championship campaign.
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