The team got a big blow in the middle of the test series, this player was out for one and a half months

MN news January 4, 2025

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Test cricket is being organized in different corners of the world. Team India is playing a test series against Australia. At the same time, Pakistan team is also playing the second test match against South Africa. The injury of a star player during this match has doubled the tension of Pakistan. This player is none other than Sam Ayub. He suffered an ankle injury during the second Test match. Due to which he is out of the field for six weeks. Pakistan Cricket Board issued a statement on Saturday. Where he has given this information.

Pakistan Cricket Board gave information

Pakistan opener Sam Ayub has been ruled out of cricket for six weeks after suffering a fracture in his right ankle while fielding on the opening day of the second men’s cricket Test against South Africa at Newlands on Friday, the Pakistan Cricket Board said in a statement. An MRI done on Friday afternoon confirmed the fracture, although Sam will not take any further part in the Test match, but he will remain with the team and will return with the team to Pakistan after the match is over.

Big shock before Champions Trophy

The Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to be held in the month of February and March. The hosting of this tournament is in the hands of Pakistan. This is a big blow for Pakistan before this tournament. In recent times, Sam Ayub had performed amazingly in ODI cricket. At the same time, he could prove to be even more dangerous in the matches played in Pakistan. Due to this injury he may have to miss this tournament. However, till now no clear information has been given by Pakistan Cricket Board regarding this issue.