LAHORE: Multan Sultans’ star all-rounder Shahid Afridi will not be able to participate in the Abu Dhabi leg of the Pakistan Super League 6 after suffering from a back injury.
The former Pakistan captain was training in Karachi for the upcoming PSL 6 matches when he experienced pain in his lower back following which he was examined by a doctor who has advised him complete rest.
Shahid, who appeared in Sultans’ four Karachi-leg matches, has been replaced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s left-arm-spinner Asif Afridi who would be joining the Sultans squad in Abu Dhabi.
“While training for the remainder of the Pakistan Super League 6, I felt lower back pain and had to consult a doctor," said Afridi.
"Unfortunately, I have been advised to rest and can no longer accompany my team Multan Sultans for the Abu Dhabi leg.
“I am disappointed that I would be sitting out of the tournament, but my best wishes, support and prayers are with the team to take the trophy.”
Meanwhile, Islamabad United have roped in left-handed batsman Umar Amin and West Indies opener Brandon King. The latest additions mean they have now had a complete 20-player squad.
Peshawar Zalmi has added Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Sameen Gul and Khalid Usman as reserve players in their squad.
Azhar has been tasked with shaping future of Pakistan cricket by designing youth cricket strategies
Lahore-born cricketer-turned-umpire had been severely ill and undergoing treatment at private hospital since last week
Megastar batter, suffering from rough patch, could only score 47 runs against Australia in three T20Is
Commercial partners warn of legal action; PCB refuses to back down from its stance against hybrid model
Nadal says he wants to thank his fans for allowing him opportunity to spend these last days as professional team player
India’s Ministry of External Affairs denies permission to blind cricket team to cross the border
