Times Now · WorldNews · 2026-08-19
Major Setback For Pakistan As Babar Azam Misses England Test; New Captain Confirmed
Pakistan's cricket team faces a significant challenge as captain Babar Azam will miss the first Test against England due to a hand injury sustained during a warm-up match. Despite recently ranking among the top ten Test batters and performing well against the West Indies, Babar's absence is a major setback. Salman Ali Agha will take over as captain for the series opener at Headingley. The team may also adjust its lineup, integrating players like Saud Shakeel and Awais Zafar to fill the gap left by Babar. Pakistan's cricket team faces a significant challenge as captain Babar Azam will miss the
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