Pakistan vs Australia: Abrar Ahmed ruled out of first Test

WEB DESK: Abrar Ahmed has been ruled out of the upcoming first Test match against Australia scheduled to commence in Perth on 14 December. The decision comes in the wake of an incident during the first-class game against the Prime Minister XI, where Abrar had to leave the field due to severe pain in his right leg, specifically around his knee, as confirmed by the Pakistan Cricket Board on Sunday.

“During an assessment by the medical team, a provisional diagnosis was made – justifying an MRI scan, which was done on the same day,” read the press release issued by PCB.

Abrar will undergo an intervention in Perth on Monday, following which a structured rehabilitation program under the supervision of the team’s medical staff will guide his path to recovery.

“He has not been ruled out of the test series yet, but keeping the player’s well-being in mind for this and future tours, further assessment before the second test will ascertain his availability on this tour,” the press release added.

In response to the team management’s request, the chairman of the selection committee, Wahab Riaz, has given the nod to the inclusion of off-spinner Sajid Khan. Sajid is set to journey to Perth pending the finalization of his travel arrangements.