Babar Azam
Babar Azam Aiming for Return in Second Test at Lord’s
Pakistan captain Babar Azam is optimistic about his return for the second Test against England at Lord’s, following a finger injury that kept him out of the series opener. Azam reported that he is approximately 90% fit and has resumed batting in the nets.
Pakistan suffered a heavy defeat in the first Test, losing by an innings, and will be seeking a robust comeback to remain competitive in the three-match series.
Babar believes Pakistan can bounce back despite their poor start and said the team has often responded well when written off. “We as a team have this ability to make a statement when we are written off and I think you will see a different side at Lords which historically has been a good ground for us,” Babar said. He also said the senior players, including himself, must take greater responsibility, while leaving the door open for changes if players fail to perform after getting enough chances. Babar said Pakistan were still unsure about the playing conditions at Lord’s and would decide their final XI only after inspecting the pitch before the toss.
Babar’s return would provide a major boost to a Pakistan side looking to recover from their heavy defeat at Leeds.