Dhaka: Pakistan will be without senior batter Babar Azam in the opening Test against Bangladesh after he sustained a left knee injury on the eve of the match.
According to Beyond Time News, the injury ruled him out of the fixture at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed that he is currently under medical evaluation.
Squad Reshuffle for Pakistan
Babar’s absence has forced changes in Pakistan’s batting lineup, with uncapped players Abdullah Fazal and Azan Awais in contention for potential Test debuts. One of them is likely to open alongside Imam-ul-Haq, while the other may be included in the middle order.
Babar Azam at Center of Pakistan Captaincy Debate Again
Captains Emphasize Performance and Conditions
Pakistan captain Shan Masood stated that the team’s focus remains on consistent performance and adapting effectively to local conditions rather than past results.
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto highlighted the importance of posting strong first-innings totals to support his pace attack, which includes Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Nahid Rana.
Series Outlook
The opening Test marks the beginning of a crucial series for both sides, with Pakistan aiming to rebuild stability in Test cricket and Bangladesh looking to capitalize on home advantage.
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