SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023: Why is Haris Rauf not playing?

SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023 is crucial encounter, with both teams vying for final spot. The Pakistan cricket team has made a crucial decision regarding fast bowler Haris Rauf‘s participation in the match.

SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023: Why is Haris Rauf not playing?

Haris Rauf, who did not bowl on the reserve day of the Pakistan vs. India contest, is being given a precautionary rest for the upcoming match against Sri Lanka. This decision was taken after Haris Rauf experienced discomfort in his right flank during the first day of the match against India.

“Haris Rauf, who did not bowl on the reserve day of Pakistan vs India contest as a precautionary measure, continues to recover well after he felt discomfort in his right flank on the first day of the match,” the PCB updated.

“These two fast bowlers (Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah) are our assets and the team’s medical panel will provide them the best possible care ahead of the all-important World Cup.”

Haris Rauf, known for his blistering pace and ability to rattle opposition batsmen, is undoubtedly one of Pakistan’s rising stars in the fast bowling department. However, his well-being and long-term fitness are of paramount importance, particularly with the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 on the horizon.

The PCB has also provided an update on Naseem Shah, who is ruled out of the Asia Cup due to a shoulder injury. The team’s medical panel is diligently monitoring both fast bowlers, recognizing their significance as assets for Pakistan’s World Cup campaign.

Pak Playing 11 for PAK vs SL Asia Cup 2023 match

Mohammad Haris, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Zaman Khan

Pakistan’s Asia Cup 2023 Squad

Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Zaman Khan, Shahnawaz Dahani, Mohammad Nawaz, Saud Shakeel, Usama Mir, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Haris