DUBAI: Injured pacer Shahnawaz Dhani has been ruled out of the Asia Cup 2022, dealing a major setback to the Pakistan side ahead of their first clash in the Super 4s stage against arch-rivals India.
Babar Azam-led Pakistan already faced major setbacks of Shaheen Shah Afridi’s absence in their first meeting with the neighbours and will now also feel the burden of Dhani’s absence as the Men in Green were banking on their bowling after Friday’s record-breaking victory against Hong Kong.
Shaheen suffered a side strain injury while fielding during the second match of the Asia Cup tournament against Hong Kong.
The Pakistan team spokesperson said that the medical will monitor Dhani’s condition in the next two days.
In Dhani’s absence, Hasan Ali or Mohammad Hasnain will get a chance to play against India. It should be noted that these two replaced Shaheen and Mohammad Wasim Jr.
