KARACHI – Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan is all set to undergo shoulder surgery on Friday (today) in London and his availability for the Asia Cup also remains uncertain, as his recovery could take between 6 to 12 weeks.
Shadab Khan has also been ruled out from the upcoming series against Bangladesh and the West Indies.
Shadab, who was recently appointed vice-captain under skipper Salman Ali Agha during the tours of New Zealand and Bangladesh, had shown signs of struggle due to recurring shoulder pain. Despite playing all three matches in the home series against Bangladesh—where he took four wickets and scored 55 runs—his discomfort escalated, particularly while bowling googlies.
Sources revealed that Shadab had been dealing with the issue for some time, facing increasing difficulty in throwing the ball.
During a personal trip to England, he underwent an MRI scan, which confirmed the severity of the injury. The doctors advised immediate surgery after which the 26-year-old player decided to prioritize long-term fitness over short-term appearances.
Shadab is determined to safeguard his career, especially with his sights set on leading Pakistan to glory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Given that he holds a central contract, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to bear the costs of his medical treatment.
The all-rounder has been a key figure in Pakistan’s cricket setup, having represented the country in 6 Test matches, 70 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and 112 T20 Internationals. Over the course of his international career, he has scored 1,947 runs and taken 211 wickets.
Shadab’s absence would b a major setback for Pakistan’s White-ball campaigns in the coming months while his recovery is closely being monitored ahead of the Asia Cup.
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