Mohammad Rizwan, the wicketkeeper-batsman for Pakistan, has been sent for scans after suffering a right knee injury during the team's thrilling victory over India in the Asia Cup Super Four stage at the Dubai International Stadium on September 4 (Sunday). Rizwan had scored a significant half-century in that match.
When Rizwan stumbled while attempting to collect a bouncer from Mohammad Hasnain that was high above his head in the 15th over of the India innings, he was hurt.
The Pakistani physiotherapist immediately went to the ground to treat Rizwan since he was in pain. Rizwan continued to bat and provided a key contribution for Pakistan despite the pain and discomfort, serving as the main planner in the run chase with a 51-ball 71.
According to sources, the starting batter had an MRI scan after the game; however, a follow-up scan has also been advised as a precaution, according to ICC, citing media reports.
With 192 runs, including two half-toms in three games, Rizwan leads the Asia Cup in run scoring this year. Since the beginning of 2021, he has scored 1,521 T20I runs, which is the most of any player in men's T20Is.
Mohammad Wasim, Shahnawaz Dahani, and speed spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi have all missed Pakistan's Asia Cup campaign due to injuries. Shaheen Shah Afridi was already out before the competition.
On Wednesday, Pakistan will face Afghanistan in the Asia Cup's Super Four round.