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Naseem Shah expected to miss ODI World Cup due to injury

16 September, 2023

Naseem Shah expected to miss ODI World Cup due to injury

Naseem's injury occurred during Pakistan's second game against India at the recent Asia Cup, forcing him to leave the field during the 46th over. Subsequent scans revealed damage to a muscle just below his bowling shoulder. This injury is not a recurrence of any previous shoulder issues, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is seeking a second opinion to confirm the extent of the injury.

If the secondary scans confirm the initial diagnosis, Naseem may face an extended period of recovery, raising doubts about his participation in the Test series in Australia and potentially causing him to miss the next Pakistan Super League. This setback is a significant blow for Pakistan, as Naseem has evolved into an all-format bowler and a vital part of their bowling unit, alongside Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf.

The PCB is expected to announce an official decision once the results from the secondary scans are available in a few days. During Naseem's absence in the Asia Cup, he was replaced by Zaman Khan, but Mohammad Hasnain, another potential replacement, is also currently dealing with an injury.

In his early international career, Naseem experienced injury challenges, including a back injury that kept him out of cricket for 14 months and a shoulder injury on his debut in the County Championship with Gloucestershire. Despite these setbacks, Naseem has become a crucial bowler for Pakistan in all formats, with an impressive record of 32 wickets in 14 ODI matches, averaging just under 17.

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