Pakan’s Mohammad Wasim ruled out of Asia Cup, Hasan Ali named as replacement
Pakan bowler Mohammad Wasim was ruled out of the Asia Cup on Friday after he suffered a side strain which he ad picked up the while bowling in Pakan’s practice session on Wednesday. Hasan Ali, has been named as Wasim’s replacement, which is subject to the Event Technical Committee’s approval.
The findings of Wasim’s injury were discussed with the PCB Medical Advisory Committee, while an independent review a special physiotherap was also sought. The medical team will closely monitor Wasim’s rehabilitation and his return to competitive cricket will be reassessed before the England tour to Pakan.
The pacer had complained of back pain during a training session at the ICC Academy, Dubai and now is set for a spell in the sidelines, with the injury ruling him out of the crucial clash with India on August 28.
Wasim ruled out of Asia Cup, Hasan named as replacement
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Wasim has featured in 11 T20Is since his debut against the West Indies and picked up 17 wickets at an average of 15.88. His injury is another big blow for a Pakan team who already have their main pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi out of the tournament due to an injury.
