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Huge Blow For Pakistan! Star Wicketkeeper-Batter Ruled Out From West Indies Test Series

Poulomi Chakraborty

Big Setback For Pakistan Ahead Of The Test Series (Source: AP Photos)Big Setback For Pakistan Ahead Of The Test Series (Source: AP Photos)

With just days to go before Pakistan's next Test assignment, a major setback has rocked the team. Their star wicketkeeper-batter has been sidelined by injury. After facing a humiliating whitewash against South Africa, the ‘Men in Green’ was looking forward to bounce back in their upcoming Test series. However, this injury poses a critical situation in their quest for redemption.

Star Wicketkeeper Batter Suffers Injury Blow

Lately, Pakistan and setbacks seem inseparable. As they gear up for their home Test series against the West Indies, another blow has struck the team. Young wicketkeeper batter Haseebullah Khan suffered an injury during the practice session, leaving the squad in trouble.

The unfortunate incident unfolded during a practice session when a ball struck Haseebullah’s hand, causing a serious injury. That has become a huge disappointment for the youngster as he has been ruled out from the upcoming two-match Test series.

As the home side is set to take on the West Indies side in a two-match Test series starting from January 17, young wicketkeeper-batter Haseebullah Khan who has already represented the nation in the limited-over cricket, was poised to join the squad alongside Mohammad Rizwan. However, a sudden injury has dashed his hopes. No Pakistan has to depend solely on Rizwan.

Pakistan’s Last Test Assignment Of The WTC 2023-25 Cycle

As a part of their last Test assignment for the WTC 2023-25 cycle, Pakistan is set to face West Indies in a two-match Test series. The series is special indeed as the visitors are set to play a Test series on Pakistani soil after 18 long years. As both teams are standing in the last two positions of the WTC points table, they will fight hard to end the race on high.

The Multan Cricket Stadium is set to host the first Test match on January 17. Before the main event, the West Indies will warm up with a three-day practice match against Pakistan Shaheens starting January 10. Pakistan fans are all excited to see another thrilling Test series on home soil.