Pakistan captain Babar Azam refuted claims that the team considered boycotting the Lord's Test after an interview with Imran Khan's sons sparked controversy.
Babar said he was unaware of any such discussions (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)
Aug 31, 2026
09:49 am
What's the storyPakistan's Test captain Babar Azam has dismissed reports suggesting that the team considered boycotting the Lord's Test.
The speculation stemmed from a Sky Sports interview with former Pakistan captain-turned-Prime Minister Imran Khan's sons, Sulaiman and Kasim.
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