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Babar Azam Returns: Pakistan Eyes Lord's Redemption
27 Aug
Summary
- Captain Babar Azam is fit to return for the second Test at Lord's.
- Pakistan lost the first Test by an innings and 103 runs.
- England has made a squad change, replacing Brydon Carse with Sonny Baker.
Captain Babar Azam is poised to rejoin Pakistan's playing eleven for the second Test against England, scheduled to commence at Lord's on Thursday. Azam missed the initial Test due to a finger injury, a match Pakistan lost by an innings and 103 runs.
With Azam's return, opener Azan Awais might be excluded after a first-ball duck. This could lead to Shan Masood or Abdullah Shafique opening alongside Imam-ul-Haq, with Azam batting at his preferred No. 4 position. Pakistan may also introduce pacer Ubaid Shah to strengthen their bowling attack.
England, having won the first Test, has made a squad change, bringing in Sonny Baker for Brydon Carse. Despite a recent victory, pressure is mounting on wicketkeeper Jamie Smith due to his recent scoring record. Jordan Cox is expected to retain his spot at number three after a strong first-innings performance.
