Babar Azam on PCB threat to Imran Khan’s sons: ‘I haven’t heard that thing…’
The second Test at Lord's between England and Pakistan faced controversy after Sky Sports broadcasted an interview with former Pakistan captain and former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s sons Kasim and Sulaiman. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had lodged a formal complaint with the broadcasters regarding the interview, with PCB deliberating on not fielding their team if the interview was aired.
Pakistan captain Babar Azam dismissed these allegations, stating, “No, no, no. I haven’t heard that thing.” When further questioned about any discussions within the team or management, Azam again confirmed, “No.” The Sky Sports interview featured Kasim and Sulaiman expressing concern for their imprisoned father Imran Khan’s well-being in Pakistan’s Adiala Jail.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi had reportedly requested Sky Sports not to broadcast the interview before airing it. On the second day of the Test, Pakistan coach Sarfraz Ahmed was also queried about the interview and the reported threat, responding in the negative and stating, “I don’t know anything. I’m just focusing on the match.”
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