Delhi: Pakistan's worries have increased a few days before the start of the Test series against England. Captain Babar Azam got injured during the practice match. He was hit by a fast ball on his right hand, after which he had to leave the field in pain. The first match of the three-Test series between Pakistan and England is to be played in Leeds from 19th August. In such a situation, Babar's injury has increased the team's problems.
fast ball hits straight hand
These days Pakistan is playing a three-day practice match against PCC Select XI. Babar Azam was batting in this match. He was on the score of only 5 runs, when a fast ball from fast bowler Manny Lumsden hit his right hand. The ball was so fast that it hit Babar's glove hard and he appeared to be in pain. He immediately released his bat and took off his gloves and looked at his hand. After this the team physio reached the field and examined him.
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Babar could not complete the innings
After injury, Babar Azam could not bat again. He retired hurt and had to leave the field. The video of this incident is also going viral on social media. Now Pakistan team management is keeping an eye on Babar's fitness and the seriousness of his injury will be known only after medical examination.
🚨 VERY BAD SCENES FOR PAKISTAN 🚨
Babar Azam has been hit on his hand once again while facing the bowler in the warm-up match.
He walked off the field after the blow.
Hopefully, it's nothing serious. pic.twitter.com/B77COzaQVF
— Mian Ahmad (@aHmADmIaN150) August 14, 2026
Why did Pakistan's concern increase before the England series?
Babar Azam is among the most experienced batsmen of Pakistan's Test team. In such a situation, his presence against a strong team like England is very important for Pakistan.
Especially when Pakistan has performed brilliantly in the recent Test series against West Indies. Pakistan won the second test in Port of Spain by 8 wickets and won the series 2-0. With this victory, the team has also got a lot of confidence in the World Test Championship 2025-27.
Now waiting for fitness report
No final information regarding Babar's injury has been revealed yet. Pakistan team will now keep an eye on his fitness.
The first Test is to be played in Leeds from August 19, so Pakistan does not have much time to clear Babar's position.
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If Babar is not fit on time, Pakistan may have to take the field against England without its most experienced batsman. In such a situation, everyone will keep an eye on the next update related to his injury.
FAQ
How did Babar Azam get injured?
In the practice match, a fast ball hit his right hand, after which he had to leave the field.
When will the first test against England be played?
The first Test between Pakistan and England will be played in Leeds from 19th August.