Pakistan Hit By Injury Concerns Before Tours

ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) – Pakistan’s preparations for the upcoming tours of the West Indies cricket team and England cricket team have been affected by injury concerns, with several key players reportedly facing fitness issues ahead of the important assignments.

According to sources, the availability of Saud Shakeel for the Test squad has become uncertain due to fitness concerns. The middle-order batter is currently being monitored, and a final decision regarding his participation is expected after further assessment.

Meanwhile, Pakistan captain and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan is also dealing with an injury, raising concerns for the team management. Fast bowler Shahnawaz Dahani is reportedly facing fitness issues as well.

In response to Rizwan’s injury concerns, sources indicate that wicketkeeper-batter Rohail Nazir has been called up to join Pakistan’s red-ball training camp as a backup option.

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The national team’s red-ball camp is currently underway as preparations intensify for the upcoming Test assignments. As part of the training schedule, players are set to participate in a scenario-based practice match at the LCC Ground to assess form, fitness, and match readiness.

Team officials are expected to closely monitor the injured players over the coming days before finalizing squad selections for the tours.