Hafeez contacts Wahab for injured Abrar Ahmed's replacement: sources

LAHORE: The discussions have commenced to explore potential replacements for the injured player Abrar Ahmed, according to sources.

There has been communication between the Pakistan team's director, Mohammad Hafeez, and chief selector Wahab Riaz regarding this matter.

The Pakistan team management is eagerly awaiting the MRI report on Abrar Ahmed's injury. The discomfort in his foot surfaced on the third day of the ongoing four-day match against Prime Minister's XI in Canberra.

Names such as Sajid Khan and Zahid Mahmood are under consideration as potential alternatives. A decision on the replacement will be contingent upon the findings of the MRI report.

Remember, the 25-year-old underwent an MRI scan after he complained of discomfort in his right leg.

He complained of discomfort in his right leg after bowling eight overs on the third day of a four-day game against Prime Minister’s XI. As a result, the 25-year-old was taken off the field.

Following his complaint, Abrar was sent for an MRI scan. Further details will be shared in due course after the medical panel assesses the MRI reports.

Abrar has bowled a total of 27 overs so far in the game against Prime Minister's XI. The four-day game was scheduled as part of Pakistan’s preparation ahead of their three-match Test series against Australia, which is set to take place from 14 December 2023 to 7 January 2024.

Series schedule

First Test: December 14-18, Perth

Second Test: December 26-30, Melbourne

Third Test: January 3-7, Sydney