Babar Azam Wicket Video: Pakistan Captain Falls Cheaply as Jayden Seales Strikes for West Indies in 1st Test
Babar Azam was dismissed for 23 runs by Jayden Seales on Day 2 of the first Test between West Indies and Pakistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy on July 26, 2026. The Pakistan captain's early exit came after being caught by Shai Hope, providing a significant breakthrough for the hosts in this crucial ICC World Test Championship (2025-2027 cycle).
Pakistan captain Babar Azam's much-anticipated return to Test captaincy saw a premature end to his first innings, as he was dismissed for just 23 runs by a probing delivery from West Indies fast bowler Jayden Seales on Day 2 of the opening Test at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy. The crucial wicket, secured by a catch from wicketkeeper Shai Hope, provided the hosts with a vital breakthrough against a resilient Pakistan batting line-up. Is Pakistan vs West Indies 1st Test 2026 Live Telecast Available on PTV Sports?
Azam, who recently took over the Test captaincy from Shan Masood, looked to rebuild Pakistan's innings alongside Shan Masood. However, his efforts were cut short when Seales, bowling with impressive control and pace, squared him up with a length delivery. The resultant edge flew to Shai Hope, sending the prolific right-hander back to the pavilion after facing 38 balls and hitting three boundaries. Pakistan were 197-3 in 46 overs at the time of his dismissal.
Babar Azam Wicket Video
Match Context and Performance
The West Indies vs Pakistan 1st Test, part of the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle, commenced on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The match, hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, which is making its debut as a men's Test venue, saw the home side post 311 in their first innings. Pakistan began their reply strongly, with Shan Masood (unbeaten on 88) and Imam-ul-Haq (63) forging a significant partnership.
Jayden Seales's timely strike halted Pakistan's momentum and brought a sense of relief to the West Indies camp, who are keen to end a drought of not having won a Test series against Pakistan since 2000.
Babar Azam's early departure puts additional pressure on the remaining Pakistani batsmen as they look to build a substantial first-innings lead against a determined West Indies attack. The match continues to promise an exciting contest as both teams vie for crucial World Test Championship points.
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