Babar Azam says Pakistan’s batting fell short at Lord’s as England completed a 194-run victory in the second Test.
LONDON: Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted his team failed to capitalise on favourable batting conditions as England secured a convincing 194-run victory in the second Test at Lord’s on Sunday.
Pakistan needed 389 runs to win in the final innings but were dismissed for 194 in 50.5 overs, suffering another major batting collapse. The result leaves the visitors under pressure heading into the final Test of the three-match series.
Speaking at the post-match presentation, Babar acknowledged that Pakistan’s batting performance was below the required standard in both innings.
“We tried to utilise the conditions. Then, the batting was not up to the mark,” Babar said.
The Pakistan captain said the team followed its plans and attempted to build partnerships but failed to establish substantial stands.
“We just followed our plans and tried to build partnership, but unfortunately, we didn’t have partnerships,” he said.
While Pakistan struggled with the bat, Mohammad Abbas provided one of the team’s few standout performances. The experienced pacer claimed five wickets at Lord’s, earning praise from Babar.
“I think a Lord’s five-for is a memorable moment for Abbas,” the captain said.
Babar also highlighted Saud Shakeel’s determined resistance during the second innings. The left-hander scored 97 off 122 balls, hitting 13 fours and two sixes, and came close to a hard-fought century as wickets fell around him.
However, England’s bowlers eventually ended Pakistan’s resistance to complete a comprehensive victory.
Babar acknowledged that Pakistan must improve with both bat and ball ahead of the final Test.
“To be honest, we’re trying to do our best with both batting and bowling,” he said.
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