Salman Ali Agha offers to return captaincy to Babar Azam after loss

Following Pakistan's defeat to England by an innings and 103 runs in the first Test at Headingley, interim captain Salman Ali Agha joked about handing the captaincy back to Babar Azam, who was sidelined due to a minor hand injury. Agha expressed hope for Babar's return for the upcoming second Test, emphasizing his value as Pakistan's best batter. Pakistan struggled significantly, being bowled out for 171 and 135 in their two innings, leading to a loss before tea on the third day. Agha contributed modestly with 21 runs in the first innings and 4 in the second. The team faces ongoing challenges, having lost six consecutive away Tests in SENA countries since 2022.

• 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — 'More than happy': Salman Ali Agha jokes about giving Pakistan captaincy back to Babar Azam after ENG vs PAK 1st Test defeat