Babar Azam returns to Pakistan’s domestic first-class cricket for the first time in seven years, taking part in the President’s Trophy. NDTV reports that he joins other Pakistan internationals who are featuring in the tournament.
The move comes amid a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) push to encourage more established players to participate in domestic competitions. By bringing senior stars into the President’s Trophy, the PCB aims to increase competitiveness and strengthen the standard of first-class cricket.
Across the reporting, the focus is on the same development: Babar’s long absence from domestic cricket ends as he takes part in a major first-class event. The coverage also notes the wider pattern of other senior players joining him, framing it as part of the PCB’s broader effort rather than an isolated decision.
