Pakistan’s star all-rounder Shadab Khan is expected to miss at least three months of cricket due to a shoulder injury that requires surgery. Local media reports confirm he will undergo the procedure in the United Kingdom following persistent discomfort in his right shoulder.
Medical Setback Before Key Series
The 26-year-old cricketer consulted specialists who recommended surgery to address the ongoing issue. Shadab is likely to travel to the UK soon for the operation, ruling him out of Pakistan’s upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh in July.
Shadab last appeared for Pakistan in the opening T20I against Bangladesh on May 28 in Lahore. His absence leaves a significant gap in the squad, both in terms of leadership and experience.
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Squad Updates and Camp Plans
Pakistan’s squad for the Bangladesh series is expected to be announced later this week. Sources suggest no major surprises, although young left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem could make his debut.
The national training camp will begin on July 7 at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium. Preparations will move ahead without senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi, who are still not in the selection mix. No timeline has been confirmed for their return.
Bangladesh Tour Schedule
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has confirmed all three T20Is will be held at the Shere-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. Matches will start at 5:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time.
Pakistan’s squad is scheduled to land in Dhaka on July 16. The T20I series will be played on July 20, 22, and 24. The two teams last faced each other in May 2025, when Pakistan clean-swept Bangladesh 3-0 in Lahore.
A Void to Fill
With Shadab out of action, Pakistan will miss a dependable bowler and a seasoned campaigner. His absence provides new players a chance to step up, but it also adds pressure ahead of an important international tour.
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