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As Babar Azam Slips To 9th In Test Ranking, Ex-Pak Star Says "Should Go Down In ODIs Too"

Pakistan star batter Babar Azam slipped to the 9th spot in the latest ICC Test rankings amid a poor run of form in the longest format of the game. Babar, who hasn't scored a Test century since December 2022, managed scores of 22 and 0 as Pakistan were stunned by Bangladesh in the first Test last week. However, former Pakistan batter Basit Ali feels that Babar slipping to ninth could prove to be a blessing in disguise for the former Pakistan captain, who will be motivated to do well in the series-deciding second Test against Bangladesh.

"Want To Give Good Answer But...": Jasprit Bumrah's Reply To Tough Batsman Question Stuns Internet

Truly the 'Kohinoor' of Indian cricket, Jasprit Bumrah is arguably the most important player in Indian cricket across the three formats at present. His pace and precision was crucial to help India win the T20 World Cup 2024, and the marquee pacer remains key to the national team's plans for winning more ICC trophies in the years to come. Though not the most talkative of cricketers, Bumrah left everyone stunned when he was asked if he has come across 'tough' batters in his career that he was troubled against.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 Live Score: Toss Delayed Due To Rain

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE Score and Updates: After losing to Bangladesh for the first time in Test cricket, nothing but a dominant win would help Pakistan make amends. However, they've already been struck by a blow, as talisman Shaheen Shah Afridi had to leave the team to attend the birth of his child. In place, leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed could find a spot. With the match staying at the same location - Rawalpindi - Bangladesh will be hoping to bat out a draw at the very least, in order to pull off a historic series win. (Live Scorecard)

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Match Online?

After a humiliating start to the Test series, the Pakistan cricket team regroups to take on Bangladesh in the second and final Test at Rawalpindi. The hosts suffered their first defeat to the Bangla Tigers in the longest format of the game when the tourists secured a 10-wicket triumph in the first match. The result caused plenty of uproar in Pakistan, prompting the management to take some harsh selection calls too. Marquee pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi is out from the Pakistan team for the second Test, following the birth of his son.

"When I Saw Highlights...": Ravichandran Ashwin's Brutal Take On Pakistan's Loss vs Bangladesh

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin does not shy away from a bold comment when talking cricket, and it was no different as he analysed Pakistan's recent loss to Bangladesh in the first Test at Rawalpindi. Pakistan fell to a dramatic Day 5 defeat, losing to Bangladesh for the first time ever in Tests. In the game, Pakistan captain Shan Masood had declared the first innings at 448, despite the team having lost only six wickets. On a flat wicket, Bangladesh went on to post a higher total, before the Pakistan batting collapsed in the second innings. Ashwin expressed his bamboozlement.

"Can't Take Bangladesh Lightly": Ex-India Star's Stern Warning For Rohit Sharma And Co. Ahead Of Test Series

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina said that Bangladesh cannot be taken lightly as the Asian side has a fine bowling attack as India prepares, adding that this series will be a practice match ahead of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Raina was speaking at a Legends League Cricket (LLC) event in Delhi on Thursday. Speaking to ANI, Raina said, "Now, a team for Tests will be formed. Top players playing Duleep Trophy is a nice initiative by the BCCI. You get to know a lot of things when you play red-ball cricket."

Bangladesh Cricket Board Takes Decision On Shakib Al Hasan's Future Amid Murder Case Row

Team Bangladesh is celebrating it's historic 10-wicket win against Pakistan in the first Test of the two-match series in Rawalpindi. It was Bangladesh's first-ever win against Pakistan in a Test match. Amid the series, Bangladesh Cricket Board had received a legal notice to call back and ban star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, as he has been accused in a murder case. The case was reportedly filed by Rafiqul Islam whose son Rubel was killed on August 7 amid the ongoing protests in Bangladesh.

"Be Afraid Of God": Ex-Pakistan Star Defends Babar Azam, Takes Swipe At PCB

Former Pakistan pacer Tanveer Ahmed has thrown his weight behind star batter Babar Azam amid criticism over his poor form. Babar managed scores of 0 and 22 in the first Test against Bangladesh, a match which Pakistan lost by 10 wickets. While Babar's last century came on 30th August 2023 against Nepal in Multan during the Asia Cup, the player has been on the receiving end of some harsh criticism, especially with Pakistan failing to win games on home soil. However, Tanveer has defended Babar, and instead lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for making the star batter a scapegoat amid Pakistan's winless streak in the World Test Championship (WTC).

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As Babar Azam Slips To 9th In Test Ranking, Ex-Pak Star Says "Should Go Down In ODIs Too"

"Want To Give Good Answer But...": Jasprit Bumrah's Reply To Tough Batsman Question Stuns Internet

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 Live Score: Toss Delayed Due To Rain

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Match Online?

"When I Saw Highlights...": Ravichandran Ashwin's Brutal Take On Pakistan's Loss vs Bangladesh

"Can't Take Bangladesh Lightly": Ex-India Star's Stern Warning For Rohit Sharma And Co. Ahead Of Test Series

Bangladesh Cricket Board Takes Decision On Shakib Al Hasan's Future Amid Murder Case Row

"Be Afraid Of God": Ex-Pakistan Star Defends Babar Azam, Takes Swipe At PCB