The Pakistan Cricket Board nearly staged a dramatic walkout during the Lord’s Test against England following a contentious broadcast decision by Sky Sports.

Tensions flared when commentator Michael Atherton aired an exclusive interview with the sons of former prime minister and cricket icon Imran Khan, who detailed their father’s health and prison conditions.

PCB officials reportedly considered boycotting a full match session in protest, highlighting the deep political sensitivities surrounding the former World Cup-winning captain.