Babar defends Mohammad Abbas exclusion, cites pitch conditions for selection call

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Pakistan captain Babar Azam has explained the surprising omission of Mohammad Abbas from the playing XI, attributing the decision to the nature of the pitch and conditions. Despite being one of Pakistan's most reliable seam bowlers, Abbas was passed over in favor of Ubaid Shah and Mohammad Ali. Babar indicated that the team management felt the selected pair were better suited to exploit the available conditions. The decision raised eyebrows given Abbas's consistent performances with the ball for Pakistan.

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