Babar Azam

Pakistan Test captain)

has been advised immediate rest from the ongoing tour warm-up match at Canterbury after suffering an injury blow to his right hand from a rising delivery.

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam has been sidelined as a precautionary measure from the team’s ongoing four-day warm-up fixture against Kent after taking a sharp blow to his right hand during play.

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The incident occurred when a rising delivery struck Babar on the glove. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) medical panel promptly assessed the injury and recommended complete rest for the remainder of the tour match to prevent further aggravation.

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According to an official statement issued by the PCB, precautionary scans revealed no serious bone damage. The medical team confirmed that Babar is scheduled to return to active net practice on Monday, August 17, ensuring his availability remains on track for the upcoming Test series against England.

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The team management opted not to take any risks with the premier batsman, prioritizing his full recovery ahead of the demanding Test schedule. Pakistan’s batting order relies heavily on Babar’s stability in English red-ball conditions, making his fitness a focal point of the tour’s preparation.