Hasan Ali ruled out of game against South Africa
Hasan has been suffering from fever since last night
CHENNAI: Pakistan will be without pacer Hasan Ali in the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023 game against South Africa since he is currently battling a bout of fever.
Hasan Ali is likely to be replaced by Wasim Jr in the match scheduled for tomorrow. The 29-year-old also didn't take part in the training session today.
As per team management, Hasan has been suffering from fever since last night, but he is recovering well. He will be given rest to recover fully ahead of the remaining games.
Hasan Ali was recalled after Naseem Shah was ruled out due to a shoulder injury. In five World Cup games, he has bagged eight wickets.
On the other hand, Pakistan's opening batter Fakhar Zaman is in contention for a place in the playing XI for the Green Shirts’ do-or-die match against South Africa on Friday.
Following an unexpected loss against Afghanistan, Pakistan is left with no choice but to win all their remaining four matches, and expect favourable results from other matches to make it to the knockout stages.
The Pakistani camp received good news on Wednesday as both Fakhar and Mohammad Nawaz were declared fit to play against South Africa.
“Considering Fakhar's last year’s performance against South Africa where he smashed 193, helping Pakistan win the series 2-1, he is expected to be included on the team in the crucial match,” an official told The News from Chennai.
Fakhar could replace fellow opener Imam-ul-Haq in the Pakistan lineup for the upcoming World Cup match.
Fakhar had his nets during the extended training session at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Chennai Wednesday where Pakistan were seen going through an extended training session for well over three hours.
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