Uncertainty Over Babar Azam's Absence in Pakistan's Bangladesh ODI Series

Confusion surrounds Babar Azam's exclusion from Pakistan's ODI series against Bangladesh, which Pakistan lost 2-1. Selector Aaqib Javed cited injuries sustained after the T20 World Cup as the reason, while Babar questioned this claim via social media. Head coach Mike Hesson later stated senior players, including Babar, were rested to provide opportunities for younger players. The Pakistan Cricket Board has faced calls from former players and fans to clarify the circumstances behind Babar's absence.