In what may come as a major setback for Pakistan, fast bowler Wahab Riaz is doubtful for the Champions Trophy opener against arch-rivals India because of a knee injury.
Reflecting on the same, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said that the 31-year-old had recently sustained an injury in the upper muscle of his left knee which has been bandaged as a precautionary measure.
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“The pacer has slightly injured upper muscle of his left knee which has been bandaged as a precautionary measure,” the Dawn quoted a PCB spokesperson as saying from Birmingham where Pakistan are practicing ahead the eight-team marquee event.
However, the PCB spokesperson ruled out any serious problem with Wahab, adding that the pacer is currently not required to undergo medical test for his knee injury.
{{/usCountry}}However, the PCB spokesperson ruled out any serious problem with Wahab, adding that the pacer is currently not required to undergo medical test for his knee injury.
{{/usCountry}}“Wahab has not gone through MRI or other related medical tests as nothing looks serious. But if there is any complication, decision will be taken accordingly,” he said.
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Fans from both nations have marked their calendars for June 4 when the two arch-rivals take on each other in their group clash at Edgbaston.
The eight-team event, beginning June 1 in England and Wales, will also provide Pakistan a great chance to further consolidate their position in the top eight ODI sides as they look to qualify directly for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019.