Babar Azam Returns as Pakistan Test Captain Ahead of West Indies Series
Babar Azam has returned as Pakistan's Test captain, replacing Shan Masood ahead of the two-match series against West Indies starting July 25. Babar previously led Pakistan in Tests from 2020 to 2023 and stepped down after the 2023 ODI World Cup. Masood's captaincy saw 12 defeats in 16 Tests, including a heavy home series loss to Bangladesh, which contributed to Pakistan's low standing in the World Test Championship. Babar's comeback aims to improve the team's performance in red-ball cricket.
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httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 25 Jul, 03:09 pm. Other outlets followed.