Pakistan Scrambles for Answers: Masood Supports Babar Amidst Multan Debacle

Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood backs Babar Azam's return to form despite his current struggle, as England dominates Pakistan with a historic win in Multan. Illness-stricken Abrar Ahmed's absence adds to the struggle amidst a series of Pakistani setbacks, as the team reflects on finding a way to victory.

Pakistan's Test captain Shan Masood has publicly supported the beleaguered Babar Azam as the star batsman faces a challenging period, calling for confidence in his eventual return to form. Babar's lean patch has coincided with Pakistan's own struggles, culminating in a devastating loss to England in Multan.

On a pitch that tested both teams, England secured a commanding win by an inning and 47 runs, marking Pakistan as the first team in Test history to suffer such a defeat after scoring over 550 runs. Babar's inconsistent performance, with scores of just 31 and 5, highlighted his ongoing challenges in the format.

Adding to their woes, Pakistan's legspinner Abrar Ahmed fell ill, leaving the team with fewer options during a critical phase. England exploited this weakness, with Joe Root and Harry Brook clinching a historic 454-run partnership. As Pakistan reflects on their performance, Masood emphasizes the need to strategize and produce winning results in upcoming matches.

(With inputs from agencies.)