Imam-ul-Haq ruled out of Lord's Test second innings with calf tear
Imam-ul-Haq out of Lord's Test with Grade-1 left calf tear, advised 10 days rest.
Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq suffered a Grade-1 tear in his left calf during the Lord's Test and will miss the second innings. Scans confirmed the injury after he left the field, and he has been advised to rest for 10 days. The tear is not considered serious enough to require surgery.
Imam sustained the injury during Pakistan's first innings at Lord's. The Grade-1 classification indicates a mild strain that should heal with rest. Pakistan have not named a replacement for the injured batsman for the remainder of the match.
The injury comes at a challenging time for Pakistan's batting lineup in the series. Imam's absence reduces the team's options at the top of the order. His recovery timeline suggests he could be available for Pakistan's next international assignment.
CricHubb Take
Pakistan's top-order stability takes another hit, which could affect their approach to the second innings if early wickets fall.