Haris Rauf doubtful to play in T20 World Cup after dislocated shoulder. cricket news

Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been ruled out of the much-awaited T20 World Cup with a dislocated shoulder. According to the ICC, Haris suffered a shoulder injury while playing for Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League and will require at least four to six weeks to recover from the injury after being diagnosed by the medical staff. Following this injury, the 30-year-old player will miss the remaining PSL season and will also miss the upcoming World Cup, which is scheduled to begin on June 2.

His compatriot and Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi said that it is important to give Rauf enough time to recover so that he can be fit in time for the much-awaited tournament.

“As a team, we are deeply saddened by the injury to Haris Rauf. It was painful to see him ruled out as he has been a pillar of strength for us and his absence will be felt. In the face of adversity, we are united, and I There is full confidence that the team will rise to the occasion,” Afridi was quoted as saying by the ICC.

“It’s really a blow for the franchise, but he is also Pakistan’s main bowler and we have a lot of cricket to play ahead, so the practical approach was to give him maximum time to recover. Wishing him a speedy recovery.” I do and we are eagerly waiting for it.” Return to the field stronger than before. Our thoughts and support are with them during this challenging time.”

Rauf’s latest setback could hamper Pakistan’s preparations for the upcoming tournament in the Caribbean as they look to seal their ever-changing frontline pacers ahead of the tournament.

He recently performed during Pakistan’s 4-1 T20 series defeat against New Zealand. He took seven wickets and gave 162 runs in four matches.

Rauf’s contract was recently terminated after he refused to take part in Pakistan’s Test tour of Australia late last year.

The Asian giants put in a brilliant performance, but ultimately lost the series 3–0.

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