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Babar Azam Run Out for 88, Extending Test Century Drought Against West Indies

Analysed 5 Aug 2026·11 sources analysed·Karachi, Pakistan·Sports
Babar Azam Run Out for 88, Extending Test Century Drought Against West IndiesPreviousNext

Pakistan captain Babar Azam was run out for 88 during the second Test against West Indies in Port of Spain, extending his wait for a Test century to nearly four years since December 2022. The dismissal occurred after a mix-up with partner Abdullah Shafique, who declined a risky single, allowing West Indies' Brandon King to execute a direct hit. Despite Babar's strong innings, Pakistan trailed West Indies and faced pressure as their middle order faltered. Abdullah Shafique remained unbeaten on 160, helping Pakistan post 387 in their first innings.

Sentiment
49%
TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 11 sources

We measured how 11 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 29/100.

Outlets measured: english, news18, news18, english, businessstandard, hindustantimes, thehindu, indianexpress, and 3 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.

AI analysis of 11 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 5 Aug 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Sentiment — Neutral (49/100)

Sentiment was consistent across outlets (35–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.

Coverage timeline

indiatoday broke this story on 4 Aug, 02:54 pm. Other outlets followed.

4 Aug, 02:54 pm11 sources · 17 h5 Aug, 07:58 am
AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byOjas Kale· Founder & Editor
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  1. 1
    indiatoday4 Aug, 02:54 pm
    Babar Azam sits on pitch in disbelief after run out against West Indies: Watch
  2. 2
    indiatvnews4 Aug, 03:22 pm
    Babar Azam's near four-year wait for Test century continues as Pakistan skipper misses ton in bizarre fashion - India TV News
  3. 3
    mint4 Aug, 03:25 pm
    WI vs PAK: Babar Azam's wait for 10th Test hundred continues after Pakistan captain falls short in 2nd Test in Trinidad Mint
  4. 4
    indianexpress4 Aug, 05:37 pm
    Mix-up and run-out denies Babar Azam 1st Test century in nearly 4 years
  5. 5
    thehindu4 Aug, 07:15 pm
    Babar century drought in Tests continues as West Indies fight back in 2nd Test against Pakistan
  6. 6
    hindustantimes5 Aug, 12:50 am
    One desperate dive, 12 missing runs: Babar Azam's 88 becomes the cruellest chapter of his Test drought
  7. 7
    businessstandard5 Aug, 04:07 am
    West Indies mount comeback as Babar's Test ton drought stretches on
  8. 8
    english5 Aug, 04:26 am
    WATCH: Babar Azam Left Stunned After Run Out Denies Him Century
  9. 9
    news185 Aug, 04:26 am
    3.5 Years and Counting: Babar Azam's Test Century Wait Continues After Cruel Run-Out
  10. 10
    news185 Aug, 04:32 am
    3.5 Years and Counting: Babar Azam's Test Century Wait Continues After Cruel Run-Out
  11. 11
    english5 Aug, 07:58 am
    1,317 Days Counting: Babar Azam Run Out For 88, Test Century Wait Continues

Story context

Category
Sports
Location
Karachi, Pakistan
Sources analysed
11
Last analysed
5 Aug 2026
Key entities
Babar AzamTest cricketPakistanInningsBatting (cricket)Run outAbdullah ShafiqueCaptain (cricket)Brandon King (cricketer)KarachiNot outCrease (cricket)