BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Why is Babar Azam not playing against Bangladesh?

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KEY TAKEAWAYS: Babar Azam missed Pakistan 's first Test match against Bangladesh due to a left knee injury. The injury was confirmed following an MRI scan conducted in Dhaka. It remains to be seen whether Babar Azam will play in the second Test.

Why has Babar Azam been ruled out of the Bangladesh vs Pakistan 1st Test? Pakistan received a setback before their first Test in the two-match Test series 2026 against Bangladesh as Babar Azam has been ruled out due to an injury to his left knee. As per reports , Babar arrived in Dhaka shortly after he won PSL 11 with Peshawar Zalmi for first Test match on May 8 at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka.

However, on Thursday he developed discomfort in his knee; and after conducting an MRI scan, the medical panel concluded that it would be wise not to play him in the first Test. While there have been no updates about the player’s fitness in the second Test match, which will take place in Sylhet towards the end of the month. MORE: Rohit Sharma thanks 'unsung heroes' after injury return Who replaced Babar Azam in Pakistan’s batting lineup Babar’s unavailability is unfortunate for Pakistan, as they had been counting on him to continue his good run of form into the Tests.