TOP STORIES
“I’m 90% fit”: Babar Azam ahead of Lord’s Test
Pakistan will have their star batter back in the side when they take on England in the second Test at Lord's, with captain Babar Azam declaring himself fit enough to return after recovering from a hand injury.
Babar provided an update ahead of the second Test, starting on Thursday, saying he was around 90% fit and very comfortable. His return is hugely crucial as Pakistan look to bounce back after suffering a devastating defeat in the first Test.
“Yesterday, I had a couple of practice sessions. I’m 90% fit for tomorrow and the rest of the series," Babar said at the press conference.
Babar has been gradually increasing his workload in the nets, ramping up his preparations in the buildup to the second Test. Fast-bowling coach Umar Gul had also said that Babar had faced pace during Tuesday's practice session, although much of his preparation has otherwise involved throwdowns. Meanwhile, Babar asserted that it is an honour to lead the side, and he will do his best at Lord’s.
"When you lead the Pakistan side on this ground, it's an honour. I do my best on the field as captain, and when I'm batting, I just play my game,” he said.
Tags
More News
Michael Vaughan urges ECB to take strong action against Brydon Carse
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to take decisive action against fast bowler Brydon Carse following an alleged nightclub incident. The controversy came up after a video circulated on social media showing Carse being handcuffed by police outside a pub during a night out with Durham teammate Matthew Potts....
Mitchell Starc climbs to no. 1 in Test bowling rankings, leaves behind Bumrah
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has recorded a major milestone in his tremendously blistering Test career, climbing to the top of the ICC men's Test bowling rankings for the first time after a sensational performance against Bangladesh during the second Test in Mackay.
Starc's match-winning performance played a key role in Australia's eye-catching innings-and-51-run vict...
Pakistan pacer Aiman Anwer calls time on International career
Pakistan fast bowler Aiman Anwer has announced her retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed on Wednesday. Anwer began her international career in 2016, when she made her debut for Pakistan Women.
Over the past few years, she remained a vital figure in the Pakistan setup, representing Pakistan across both T20Is and ODIs....
European T20 Premier League 2026: All you need to know, squads, teams and format
The inaugural edition of the European T20 Premier League 2026, featuring teams from Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands, is set to get underway from August 26. The six-team tournament will run until September 20, and the teams competing in the league are Amsterdam Flames, Rotterdam Dockers, Belfast Wolves, Dublin Guardians, Edinburgh Castle Rockers and Glasgow Cosmic.
T...
Sri Lanka all-rounder Dewmi Vihanga ruled out of Women's T20 Asia Cup
Sri Lanka have suffered a big jolt ahead of the Women's T20 Asia Cup, with promising all-rounder Dewmi Vihanga ruled out of the tournament because of a right-knee injury. Vihanga, who had been included in the squad, did not travel with the team to the UAE after picking up the injury during a practice match.
To replace her in the squad, Sri Lanka have cal...
Android App
iOS App
YouTube
Instagram
Twitter