MOHALI: As many as three changes are expected in Pakistan side ahead of their survival game against high riding New Zealand at Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali, Chandigarh.
Reports from Pakistan camp suggest that left arm pacer Wahab Riaz and right arm top order batsman Mohammad Hafeez have suffered injuries ahead of their must-win game against New Zealand.
Wahab was struck on the left temporal region above the ear by a throw during a practice session on Monday. He was taken to a hospital for a precautionary CT scan and a neurologist’s assessment declared the bowler ‘normal’.
Hafeez’s injury came to light in Kolkata a couple of days ago, according to Saleem.
“The senior batsman complained of pain in the right knee a couple of days ago. He was administered physio treatment several times but the pain didn’t subside. On examination he was suspected to be having a strain of one of ligament in his right knee.
“He was sent for an MRI immediately after arrival in Mohali from Kolkatta. The MRI report received today revealed bone contusion/edema in the inter-condylar region of the femur. There was also minimal amount of fluid in the knee joint.
“He would be further inspected on Tuesday, but it is likely that he would not be able to take part in the match against Black Caps.”
Pakistan will assess the fitness of both Wahab Riaz and Mohammad Hafeez on Tuesday afternoon before a crucial Super 10 match against New Zealand in Mohali, although it is likely Hafeez could miss the game.
Talented batsman Khalid LAtif might make way in the side to replace Hafeez, while Wahab Riaz would too be replaced by all-rounder Imad Wasim.
It is also reported that if Hafeez gets a node from doctor and trainer ahead of the game, then Sharjeel Khan might give his place to Khalid Latif.
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