New Delhi, Sept. 2 -- Pakistan captain Babar Azam has developed a fever ahead of the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston, with team manager Naveed Akram Cheema confirming that the batter is unwell but insisting there is no cause for concern.

Speaking to Geo News, Cheema said Babar himself informed him about the fever and added that there is "no need to panic" regarding the 31-year-old's health.

The team manager also expressed confidence that Babar would recover soon, indicating there is currently no indication that the illness will keep him out of the final Test.

The development comes at a difficult time for Pakistan, who have already conceded the three-match series after suffering heavy defeats in the opening two Tests. ...