Imam-ul-Haq accused of faking injuries during England Test series
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq has been accused by former chief selector Mohammad Wasim of faking injuries, following a calf strain he suffered during the Lord's Test. Imam was sidelined after scans confirmed a low-grade calf injury, which arose while fielding on the first day. This absence contributed to Pakistan's struggles, as they were bowled out for just 110 in their first innings, leaving them with a significant deficit. The PCB reported that Imam's later participation in the match depends on his recovery. Wasim's allegations highlight ongoing concerns regarding Imam's injury management and fitness history, raising questions during an already challenging series for Pakistan.
- •Imam-ul-Haq injured his calf during the second Test at Lord's.
- •He missed the first innings after a confirmed low-grade calf strain.
- •Pakistan collapsed to 110 all out, trailing by 180 runs.
- •Former selector Mohammad Wasim accused Imam of faking injuries.
- •The PCB stated Imam's participation depends on treatment and recovery.
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — 'Stop it': Ex-cricketer slams critics who alleged Imam-ul-Haq is faking injury in ENG vs PAK 2nd Test at Lord's
- 7:56 AMYahoo Sports — 'He keeps faking injuries': Former Pakistan chief selector's explosive allegation against Imam-ul-Haq
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Pakistan star batter accused of 'faking injuries' by former chief selector during England Test series
"Former chief selector Mohammad Wasim has claimed that Imam-ul-Haq has a history of faking injuries. During the recent Lord's Test match, Imam-ul-Haq sustained a calf injury that scans later confirmed to be a low-grade strain, sidelining him from the game. Meanwhile, Pakistan continues to face challenges in the ongoing Test series as England's pace bowlers exerted authority over Pakistan's batting lineup.
"Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq has been accused of faking injuries by former chief selector Mohammad Wasim after suffering a calf strain in the Lord's Test.
"Majid Majeed quickly came to the rescue of Pakistan batter Imam-ul-Haq after the former was alleged to be faking an injury.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 2:27 PM'Stop it': Ex-cricketer slams critics who alleged Imam-ul-Haq is faking injury in ENG vs PAK 2nd Test at Lord's
Majid Majeed quickly came to the rescue of Pakistan batter Imam-ul-Haq after the former was alleged to be faking an injury.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 7:56 AM'He keeps faking injuries': Former Pakistan chief selector's explosive allegation against Imam-ul-Haq
Former chief selector Mohammad Wasim has claimed that Imam-ul-Haq has a history of faking injuries. During the recent Lord's Test match, Imam-ul-Haq sustained a calf injury that scans later confirmed to be a low-grade strain, sidelining him from the game. Meanwhile, Pakistan continues to face challenges in the ongoing Test series as England's pace bowlers exerted authority over Pakistan's batting lineup.
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 4:17 AMPakistan star batter accused of 'faking injuries' by former chief selector during England Test series
Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq has been accused of faking injuries by former chief selector Mohammad Wasim after suffering a calf strain in the Lord's Test.
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