A uncommon sight unfolded on day one of many first Check between Pakistan and South Africa on the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday when dwelling followers cheered the dismissal of their very own captain, Shan Masood.
The explanation: Babar Azam, Pakistan’s star batter and fan favorite, was subsequent on the crease.
The stadium erupted in applause and cheering as the previous skipper walked in, although he fell quickly after tea for 23.
Masood, who made 76 runs in a 161-run second wicket stand with Imam ul-Haq (93), was given out leg-before to Prenelan Subrayen within the second session, however he determined to overview the choice.
Surprisingly, nearly all of the gang who have been current on the floor cheered when the large display screen confirmed the umpire’s resolution to be proper, and Masood trudged again to the pavillion.
The response to Masood’s dismissal and welcome for Babar even prompted South African commentator, Shaun Pollock, to specific amazement and comment that somebody must remind the gang that you simply don’t do that along with your captain.
A sizeable variety of folks have been on the stadium because the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had allowed free entry to 3 to 4 enclosures in a bid to draw extra spectators.
Printed on Oct 12, 2025