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Babar Azam to lead Pakistan as Salman Ali Agha returns for Sri Lanka series

The Pakistan National Cricket Team has not been in their best form in the Test format. They were outplayed in England and will be up against Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series starting in early November. Ahead of the…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 12:47 PM
Babar Azam to lead Pakistan as Salman Ali Agha returns for Sri Lanka series
Key Things to Know
  • Babar Azam will captain Pakistan in their upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.
  • Salman Ali Agha returned to the squad following strong domestic form, including an unbeaten 300.
  • Pakistan currently sits at the bottom of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 standings.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pakistan Cricket Board has confirmed Babar Azam will remain captain for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka starting in early November. Salman Ali Agha has earned a recall to the squad following strong domestic performances, including an unbeaten triple-century, after previously being dropped during the tour of England.

Pakistan currently sits at the bottom of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 standings. Domestic top-scorer Mohammad Taha has received his first call-up to the squad, while two additional pacers will be included following a three-day warm-up match scheduled from November 4 to 6 in Islamabad.

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