PCB investigates Imam-ul-Haq following calf injury during England Test series
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 6:53 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
The Pakistan Cricket Board has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a calf injury suffered by Imam-ul-Haq during the second Test against England at Lord's. The opener complained of discomfort on the opening day and did not participate in Pakistan's second innings, a match the team lost by 194 runs. Following public criticism from former chief selector Mohammad Wasim regarding the legitimacy of the injury, the board has requested a detailed review of medical evaluations conducted during the series. Imam-ul-Haq was reportedly sent back to Pakistan after being observed practicing on day four with his calf taped. While scan results indicated a low-grade strain, the board intends to verify the timeline and handling of his fitness issues. Pakistan is scheduled to play the third Test at Edgbaston on September 9.
- •Imam-ul-Haq missed the second innings of the Lord's Test due to a calf injury.
- •The PCB is reviewing medical records and the timeline of the player's fitness reports.
- •Former chief selector Mohammad Wasim publicly questioned the authenticity of the injury.
- •England secured a series victory by winning the second Test by 194 runs.
- •The third and final Test of the series is scheduled for September 9 at Edgbaston.
- 11:27 AMYahoo Sports — Pakistan cricket in turmoil: PCB selector demands inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq injury after opener didn't bat at Lord's
- 6:53 AMYahoo Sports — 'Can't say he faked it, but.....': PCB director Aaqib Javed wants inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq's injury at Lord's
- 12:11 AMYahoo Sports — Selector Javed wants inquiry into Imam's injury, defends recalling 7 players to Pakistan
- 7:51 AMYahoo Sports — Imam-ul-Haq's injury an act? PCB launches investigation into the Pakistan opener's calf tear at Lord's
"A senior member of the Pakistan Cricket Board selection committee has questioned the severity of Imam-ul-Haq’s calf injury and called for an inquiry into the treatment protocols after the opener didn’t bat during Pakistan’s 194-run loss against England in the second cricket test at Lord’s last Sunday. “An inquiry will be conducted into this matter,” Aaqib Javed, part of a four-member national selection panel, told Pakistan's told private news channel Geo TV during an interview aired on Tuesday night. “How is it possible that you failed to come out to bat in both innings after pulling up a muscle?” Javed said.
"Aaqib Javed, who is part of Pakistan's four-member selection panel, said the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will investigate how Imam was managed after suffering the injury during the match.
"PCB reportedly launches an investigation into Imam-ul-Haq's calf injury after the Pakistan batter is called out by a former chief selector and former cricketer.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 11:27 AMPakistan cricket in turmoil: PCB selector demands inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq injury after opener didn't bat at Lord's
Aaqib Javed, who is part of Pakistan's four-member selection panel, said the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will investigate how Imam was managed after suffering the injury during the match.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 6:53 AM'Can't say he faked it, but.....': PCB director Aaqib Javed wants inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq's injury at Lord's
PCB director Aaqib Javed confirmed an inquiry into Imam-ul-Haq after the opener sat out both innings of the Lord's Test with a calf strain.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 12:11 AMSelector Javed wants inquiry into Imam's injury, defends recalling 7 players to Pakistan
A senior member of the Pakistan Cricket Board selection committee has questioned the severity of Imam-ul-Haq’s calf injury and called for an inquiry into the treatment protocols after the opener didn’t bat during Pakistan’s 194-run loss against England in the second cricket test at Lord’s last Sunday. “An inquiry will be conducted into this matter,” Aaqib Javed, part of a four-member national selection panel, told Pakistan's told private news channel Geo TV during an interview aired on Tuesday night. “How is it possible that you failed to come out to bat in both innings after pulling up a muscle?” Javed said.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 7:51 AMImam-ul-Haq's injury an act? PCB launches investigation into the Pakistan opener's calf tear at Lord's
PCB reportedly launches an investigation into Imam-ul-Haq's calf injury after the Pakistan batter is called out by a former chief selector and former cricketer.
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