World Cup 2023 / Big blow to Pakistan, this deadly fast bowler may be out of World Cup also

World Cup 2023: Pakistan cricket team faced several big setbacks during Asia Cup 2023. Everything was fine inside the team till the first match against Bangladesh in Super 4 was played. During this period the team was playing mostly in Sri Lanka. But by their second match of Super 4 against India, there was turmoil within the team. Pakistan had to face a crushing defeat by 228 runs against the Indian team. Besides, two big players of the team also got injured. Even Haris Rauf did not come out to bowl against India on the reserve day. Whereas Naseem Shah did not come on the field to bat. This was the reason why Pakistan team was all out after losing 8 wickets at 128.

Now another update has come out regarding fast bowler Naseem Shah who was injured in that match. Information about Shah's right shoulder injury is coming to light. According to Cricinfo, this Pakistani bowler may also be out of the upcoming ODI World Cup starting from October 5 in India. However, Pakistan Cricket Board also wants to take a second opinion regarding his injury. But seeing the results of his scan in Dubai, it seems that he might not be able to play for Pakistan this whole year.

Performed brilliantly in Asia Cup 2023

Let us tell you that Naseem Shah played a total of 4 matches in Asia Cup 2023 including group stage and Super 4. He displayed excellent bowling. He took 7 wickets in four matches. Naseem Shah had bowled excellently in both the matches against India also. But after a good start in the Super 4 match, he got injured towards the end. His injury became so serious that after the Asia Cup, suspense has arisen over his playing in the ODI World Cup. Also, Haris Rauf had already been dropped from the Asia Cup as a precautionary measure in view of the upcoming ODI World Cup. Pakistan team was out of the race for the final after losing first to India and then to Sri Lanka in Super 4.

Pakistan's World Cup squad yet to arrive

Before the World Cup, Pakistan cricket team is stuck in a big dilemma. Pakistan has not yet released the 15-member squad for the World Cup. There is suspense over Naseem's play. Haris Rauf is also injured. What decision is taken in such a situation will now be a big headache for Babar Azam and the team management. The World Cup match between Pakistan and India is to be held on October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Everyone's eyes are fixed on this match.