Pacer Mohammad Hasnain replaces injured Shaheen Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad
Young fast bowler Mohammad Hasnain has replaced the injured Shaheen Afridi in Pakistan's squad for the Asia Cup T20 tournament in the UAE that begins this week.
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Hasnain to replace injured Afridi in Pakistan's Asia Cup squad
LAHORE, Pakistan : Mohammad Hasnain will replace injured fast bowler Shaheen Afridi in the Pakistan squad for the Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Monday.
Asia Cup: Mohammad Hasnain replaces injured Shaheen Afridi
Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Hasnain has replaced the injured Shaheen Shah Afridi for the Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. The 22-year-old Hasnain returned to cricket in June after remodelling his bowling action. He was suspended in February after being called by umpires during the BBL.
Asia Cup: Mohammad Hasnain To Replace Shaheen Afridi In Pakistan Squad
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