Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has been ruled out of the first Test against Bangladesh, which is set to begin tomorrow at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Azam will not be part of the Playing XI due to a left-knee injury.
The board released a statement saying, “Pakistan batter Babar Azam will not be available for the first Test match against Bangladesh due to an injury in his left knee.”
The statement also mentioned that his injury is
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No Babar against Bangladesh is a massive blow. Our middle order looks fragile without his stability.
Knee injuries are tricky for batsmen. Hope he takes proper time to recover fully before returning.
This is where someone like Saud Shakeel needs to step up. Opportunity for younger players to shine.
PCB needs to manage Babar’s workload better. He plays every single format without adequate rest periods.