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This injury of Shaheen has also raised a big question about his playing in the ICC T20 World Cup to be held in India and Sri Lanka next year.
Delhi: Pakistan’s experienced fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is once again in the headlines due to injury. He got injured during the Big Bash League (BBL) being played in Australia, due to which he returned home on Wednesday. His injury has also raised a big question about his playing in the ICC T20 World Cup to be held in India and Sri Lanka next year.
Shaheen recalled from Australia
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has asked Shaheen to report to the High Performance Center in Lahore for treatment. He was playing for Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, where he suffered this injury while fielding. After talks between PCB and Cricket Australia (CA), it was decided that Shaheen should be immediately recalled to Pakistan.
Performance in BBL was ordinary
The performance of Shaheen Afridi, who was making his debut in the Big Bash League, was nothing special. The left-arm pacer could not leave the desired impact in bowling and now due to injury it was not possible for him to play the entire season. Even before this, he had stayed away from cricket for a long time in 2021-22 due to knee surgery.
Rest advised, recovery will take time
According to a PCB official, initial reports indicate that Shaheen needs complete rest. How serious the injury is and how much time it will take for him to return to the field will be assessed only after examination by the board’s doctors. At present, it is believed that his return may take time.
Shaheen’s statement
In a statement issued by Brisbane Heat, Afridi said that playing in Brisbane was a great experience for him. He regretted that he could not be a part of the team throughout the tournament, but expressed hope that he would soon be fit and return to the field.
Danger of being out of T20 World Cup
If Shaheen Shah Afridi is unable to participate in the T20 World Cup, then it can prove to be a big blow for the Pakistan team. His fast bowling and ability to take wickets with the new ball is considered the biggest strength of the team. In such a situation, everyone’s eyes will be on his fitness in the coming days.
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