IND vs PAK: Pakistan’s middle-order batsman, Asif Ali was seen limping during the New Zealand Tri-Series final. Which is just before the T20I World Cup, which is an alarm bell for the team.
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Ali tries to take the ball to the boundary and gets hurt
When New Zealand left-handed batsman Devon Conway hit Mohammad Wasim Jr through the cover point area, Ali tried to drive the ball to the boundary and was hit. Ali’s efforts were in vain, as Conway hit a boundary and the ball went over the boundary.
Asif Ali’s injury added to Pakistan’s middle-order crisis
Asif Ali’s injury could add to Pakistan’s middle-order crisis. However, Asif Ali’s illness is a matter of concern for the Pakistani team. He attempted a dive to try to stop the ball. But in the process, his knee stuck to the ground. He was seen suffering. So the physio came to examine him.
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The first match between India and Pakistan in less than 10 days
The first match between India and Pakistan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is less than 10 days away, so if Ali is not fit by then, Pakistan may face problems in important matches.
Ali has been an integral part of Pakistan’s middle-order batting in the T20 format.
There is a problem in the middle order of Pakistan
Cricket analysts have often said that there is a problem with Pakistan’s middle order. And if Ali is ousted, the issue could prove to be even more dangerous.
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Shaheen Afridi provides an update on his recovery-
On 13 October, Afridi posted a picture of himself with the physiotherapy team on Twitter, lauding their ongoing assistance and support in his recovery. He also provided an update on his imminent arrival in Australia to join the team.
Pakistan will play two exhibition games in the T20 World Cup before the decider against India. One against England on 17 October and the other against Afghanistan on 19 October.