SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023: Why is Naseem Shah not playing today?

In a significant setback for the Pakistan cricket team, fast bowler Naseem Shah will not be taking the field in the Asia Cup 2023.

SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023: Why is Naseem Shah not playing?

The reason behind Naseem Shah’s absence from this prestigious tournament is an unfortunate injury to his right shoulder that occurred during a match against India. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that Naseem Shah is ruled out of the Asia Cup, and his condition continues to be closely monitored by the team’s medical panel.

“Naseem injured his right shoulder during the match against India. He continues to be monitored by the team’s medical panel that is taking all necessary precautions keeping in mind the ICC men’s Cricket World Cup 2023,” the PCB said.

“Zaman Khan joined the team in the morning today and will train with the squad at the RPICS in the evening,” the board added.

Naseem Shah, a rising star in Pakistan’s fast-bowling arsenal, has been a promising talent known for his ability to generate pace and trouble even the best batsmen. However, during a recent match against India, Naseem Shah suffered an injury to his right shoulder, which has raised concerns about his fitness and availability for upcoming fixtures.

The PCB has taken a cautious approach to Naseem Shah’s injury, ensuring that he receives the necessary medical attention and rehabilitation to ensure a full recovery. The team’s medical panel is diligently monitoring his progress, considering the importance of his fitness in the context of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.

Pak Playing XI for PAK vs SL Asia Cup 2023 Super Four 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 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