Big Blow For Pakistan As Star Pacer Gets Injured Ahead Of Tests Against Bangladesh

19.08.2024 - 10:18 sports.ndtv.com

Pakistan's pace attack has taken a major hit just before their two-match Test series against Bangladesh at home. Fast bowler Aamir Jamal has been released from the squad due to ongoing fitness issues, further impacting Pakistan's lineup for the crucial series.

Jamal, who suffered a back injury while playing County cricket in England earlier this year, was initially included in Pakistan's squad for the ICC World Test Championship series, pending a fitness clearance.

However, the 28-year-old has not fully recovered from his back problem and has been sent to the National Cricket Academy in Lahore for rehabilitation.

With Jamal's departure, Pakistan's squad for the Test series, which begins on Wednesday, is now reduced to just 14 players. This follows the release of spinner Abrar Ahmed and top-order batter Kamran Ghulam over the weekend.

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