Babar Azam will miss the remainder of the ongoing practice match following a blow to his right hand.
Update on Babar’s Availability
The Pakistan batter sustained the injury during the practice match and will not feature in the remaining portion of the fixture.
Officials have confirmed that Babar Azam is expected to return to action by the start of next week.
Preparation for England Test Series
Babar Azam will join training sessions with the Pakistan team ahead of the first Test against England.
This timeline allows the player to resume preparations without further delay to the squad’s schedule.
- Babar Azam to miss remainder of practice match
- Blow to right hand confirmed as the reason
- Return expected by start of next week
- Training with Pakistan team before first Test vs England
The focus remains on ensuring Babar Azam integrates back into team activities at the earliest opportunity.
Key Details from the Camp
The practice match was part of the build-up ahead of the Test series, and Babar Azam’s absence from the later stages has been noted.
His return to training next week positions him to be ready for the opening Test against England.
No further information on the exact nature of the blow has been released beyond the right hand involvement.
Babar is expected to be back in action by the start of next week and will train with the Pakistan team ahead of the first Test against England.
This statement summarises the current medical and team management outlook regarding the player’s participation.
Indian cricket fans following the Pakistan-England series will note this development as the squads finalise their preparations.
The emphasis stays on the factual timeline provided for Babar Azam’s recovery and return to the practice field.