Pakistan hopeful of Babar return at Lord’s for second England Test
Pakistan captain Babar Azam could return for the second test against England at Lord’s after coming through a positive training session as he continues his recovery from a finger injury, bowling coach Umar Gul said on Tuesday. Babar, who injured his finger during the West Indies series before aggravating the problem after being struck during […]
Pakistan's captain Babar Azam is preparing to return for the second Test against England at Lord's on August 27, according to a video that has circulated on social media. The clip demonstrates the star batter hitting a series of deliveries in the nets, showcasing his timing, defense, and shot execution skills. Babar Azam was absent from the first Test, which Pakistan lost at Headingley, due to a right middle finger injury.
The video confirms his active engagement in practice, leading many to believe he will feature in Pakistan's playing XI for the crucial match. The news will likely provide a much-needed boost for both the team and fans, especially stand-in captain Salman Ali Agha, who had expressed a desire to return the captaincy duties to Babar.
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