A three -match ODI series is being played between Pakistan and New Zealand. Pakistan had to face defeat by 73 runs in the first match, causing it 0–1 in the series.
Now if Pakistan has to equalize the series, then it will have to win another ODI match, otherwise it will lose the series. But the difficulties for Pakistan have increased before the second ODI. Team star player Usman Khan has been injured and now he will not be able to play in this match. This has shocked Pakistan.
He was injured while fielding.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that Osman Khan has been eliminated from other ODIs due to hamstring injury. He was injured while fielding the first ODI against New Zealand. The MRI scan showed that his injury is not serious, but still he would not be available for the next match. It remains to be seen whether he will be able to fit for the third ODI match.
Imam can get a chance
Usman Khan made his first ODI debut against New Zealand. He started well but could not play a big innings. He scored 39 runs off 33 balls with the help of 4 fours and 2 sixes. Now in his absence, Imam ul Haq can get an opportunity to open the second ODI. The Imam did not get a chance to play in the first ODI, but now he can make a place in the team.
Played 19 T20 International matches
Even though Usman Khan has played only one ODI so far, he has played 19 T20 international matches for Pakistan before. He has scored a total of 239 runs in these matches and has also scored a half -century.
Pakistani team declared for ODI series against New Zealand
Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper) (captain), Abdullah Shafiq, Salman Aga, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Irfan Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Nasim Shah, Mohammad Wasim Junior, Aqif Javed, Mohammad Ali, Sufayan Mukim, Haris Rauf, Usman Khan (out of other fosters).
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