Shadab Khan ruled out of LOI series against England, Yasir Shah named as replacement

[waleed88]

Shadab Khan ruled out of series against England

Lahore, 21 April 2019:

Wrist spinner Shadab Khan has been ruled out of the series against England after tests revealed a virus that will require treatment and rest for, at least, four weeks. The series against England, comprising a T20I and five ODIs, will be played from 5 to 19 May.

The Pakistan Cricket Board will now set-up Shadab’s appointment with specialists in England to help him fully recover before Pakistan’s ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 opener against the Windies on 31 May at Trent Bridge.

Details about Shadab’s replacement will be announced in due course.

The selectors have already included Asif Ali and Mohammad Amir as additional players to the 15-player World Cup squad. Pakistan, like any other participating side, has the flexibility to make changes to their World Cup squad until 23 May.

 

[waleed88]

Apparently some sort of virus in his blood

 

[Arsalan Pro]

Inshaallah he will recover soon.

Inzi will now call his favourite Yasir Shah or Mohammad Nawaz as his replacement.

 

[Sher Khan]

Not good news. Hope he recovers well. Rest of four weeks makes it to the 22nd of May. Our first game is in the 31st. Cutting it very close, as he’ll need to start bowling.

 

[iRfaN_LA]

Hope he recovers soon.

If Inzi replaces him with Yasir, I swear to God ...

 

[Arsalan Pro]

Not good news. Hope he recovers well. Rest of four weeks makes it to the 22nd of May. Our first game is in the 31st. Cutting it very close, as he’ll need to start bowling.

I don't think he can recover completely in 4 weeks, PCB have deliberately said that as they want him more than anything and are trying to force him play.

 

[arehaan]

Here comes Nawaz as replacement since he has already passed the fitness test. We have no other genuine spinner groomed for the big stage.

 

[Arsalan Pro]

Here comes Nawaz as replacement since he has already passed the fitness test. We have no other genuine spinner groomed for the big stage.

Don't be so sure, they can even select an unfit Yasir Shah.

 

[shah_1]

Umer Khan

 

[saeed5646]

yasir shah have failed fitness test and failed to impress on spinning track of uae it better not be him.

 

[MenInG]

no virus mentioned by PCB so refrain from stating here

 

[Theo_14]

So treatment will be in the UK it seems.

If only Pak developed Z. Gohar.... Sigh.

 

[Sunny_majoka]

That's worrying.
Every time we go to world cup something happen that deteriorate us.
Now who will replace him. Yasir or nawaz?
Oh GOD we don't have any realistic backup for shadab

 

[Dr_Bassim]

Some poorly said comments in the thread.

No confirmation its Hepatitis "C".

Even if its Hepatitis "C" acute stages are not even recommended for treatment for a period of 06 months because 50 percent of the time it spontaneously clears.

Unless its chronic Hep "C" but we don't even know what it is.

 

[Major]

Now then, this opens way for mohammad nawaz.

But what about asghar or zafar gohar, can they play one day cricket well?

Its sad that we havnt bother to develop a spinner in recent times.

We dont need a part time spinner, we need a genuine one

 

[SarfiBabarHaris]

Omg thats a big loss :'(

Mohammad Irfan legspinner should make his way in the team now.

 

[Karl]

Its time for Yasir Shah to shine.

 

[Shabraz]

Waleed Iqbal is the only spinner, in Pak domestic setup, who can take wickets. But he gonna never b selected.

 

[saeed5646]

Omg thats a big loss :'(

Mohammad Irfan legspinner should make his way in the team now.

Excellent choice.irfan is perfect choice .this guy can turn the ball +very decent batsmen .he should be selected

 

[JibranAnsari]

Selectors are unanimous on yasir shahs name.

 

[Arsalan Pro]

According to reports, Yasir Shah is a strong candidate to replace Shadab Khan, only God can save us now.

 

[szundercover]

According to shadabs close family members the virus diagnosed is dengue virus and it takes 3 to 4 weeks to recover so I am hopefull he will recover before the world cup.

 

[NauV]

I have a question for our friends here from the field of medicine.

The list of diseases/infections/viruses that the media is suggesting Shadab is fighting are known to be particularly debilitating . .
How is it that he passed a rigorous fitness test (which ran for more than a couple of days) . . been involved in hard training with the team . . and just as PCB did blood test for players, his test results were not good . . It doesn't make sense to a leyman like me . .

Any thoughts?

 

[Arsalan Pro]

If Yasir Shah is the replacement, it's better to take the risk and go without a full time spinner by including Mohammad Amir instead.

Playing 4 pacers along with Imad, Hafeez and Haris as spinners in the lineup or by including another batsman and going with 3 fast bowlers only.

 

[Sami92]

Please no Mohammad Nawaz.

 

[Sean143]

No matter what happens, Pakistan should keep him in their WC squad.
Initially Immad,Hafeez and Harris can do an okayish job, but in the later stages of the tournament, it's going to be hot and the surfaces might be a bit abrasive, so his presence would be paramount for our success. We Play India on 16th Jun, I guess he would be fully fit by then.

 

[SarfiBabarHaris]

Excellent choice.irfan is perfect choice .this guy can turn the ball +very decent batsmen .he should be selected

Yes it was criminal that Malik and MS didnt give him a chance in PSL.

We have no long term planning, no eye for talent, nothing!

We are stuck with non-spinners like Yasir, Imad, Nawaz etc.

I hate this corrupt system so much where majority seem to be clueless.

 

[Mueez]

The road to glory for Umer Khan.

I really hope he gets picked.

 

[SarfiBabarHaris]

The road to glory for Umer Khan.

I really hope he gets picked.

I love Umer, he has something special about him but having Imad, Haris and Umer in the same playing x1 makes our spin attack one dimensional. Umer should have got a chance against Australia over Imad who hardly turns the ball. We missed an opportunity there too by playing both non-spinners like Imad and Yasir.

 

[saeed5646]

Yes it was criminal that Malik and MS didnt give him a chance in PSL.

We have no long term planning, no eye for talent, nothing!

We are stuck with non-spinners like Yasir, Imad, Nawaz etc.

I hate this corrupt system so much where majority seem to be clueless.

Yup i am also closely monitoring the situation. Irfan is unlucky to be not given regular opportunities. This guy is not the world beater but certainly much better than yasir and nawaz

 

[Abdullah719]

Waleed Iqbal is the only spinner, in Pak domestic setup, who can take wickets. But he gonna never b selected.

Waleed Iqbal is a politician.

Lots of reports on TV that Yasir will replace Shadab for the England series. Great.

 

[Mueez]

I love Umer, he has something special about him but having Imad, Haris and Umer in the same playing x1 makes our spin attack one dimensional. Umer should have got a chance against Australia over Imad who hardly turns the ball. We missed an opportunity there too by playing both non-spinners like Imad and Yasir.

Valid point.

To be honest I would have anyone apart from Yasir and Nawaz.

Those are capable to get a century with the ball.

 

[Major]

lol at guys who keep mentioning umer khan.

THe guy is terrible

 

[bilawal666]

Yasir Shah is packing his bags.

 

[Abdullah719]

Yasir Shah named for England series

Lahore, 21 April 2019:

Yasir Shah has been named as Shadab Khan’s replacement for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against England, which will be played from 5-19 May.

Yasir has taken 23 wickets in 24 ODIs, while on his last tour to England in 2016, he finished with 19 wickets in four Tests.

Yasir, who was part of the 23 probables, will travel with the side to England on 23 April. Pakistan, like any other participating side, has the flexibility to make changes to their ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 squad until 23 May.

 

[b.lesner]

Pakistan never have ready replacement for spinners they always do that keep wearing out one spinner. This happened before 2015 WC with saeed ajmal and now shadab

Why can't you just develop 3-4 spinners

 

[Green Patriot]

I never fully realized the importance of Shadab Khan to our team till i heard that Yasir Shah is his replacement.
God help us..

Somebody please tell Inzi to not do this to us.I am desperate.I could barely watch Yasir in the Aus series.Please dont torture us no more.

 

[Rana]

The obsession with Yasir Shah!

 

[Abdullah719]

Inzi:

"Unfortunately it's not good news. We had a blood test of Shadab done and he has a virus. I've spoken to doctors who have advised 4 weeks of rest"

"This means that Shadab will not participate in the T20I and 5 ODIs.

"Hopefully in 4 weeks he will be better and will be able to play cricket"

 

[cricketjoshila]

Some poorly said comments in the thread.

No confirmation its Hepatitis "C".

Even if its Hepatitis "C" acute stages are not even recommended for treatment for a period of 06 months because 50 percent of the time it spontaneously clears.

Unless its chronic Hep "C" but we don't even know what it is.

If it was only detected in a blood test then its not likely acute.

 

[Hasan123]

Inshallah Shadab recovers for the WC .

Yasir Shah again . He was awful against Australia and now Inzi is selecting him again. Clearly a political selection . Imagine if Shadab doesn't recover for the WC and Yasir is his replacement.

 

[pakistani pride]

You cant be serious. I mean what are Inzi, mickey and Sarfaraz thinking?

Didnt they just see Yasir fail big time vs AUS?

ENG will smash him and TBF thats what this selection deserves.

Just pray Shadab gets better asap.

 

[Hawkeye]

Hope Shadab recovers soon.

However, if it's the one being mentioned in the media, then it can be a very sad news as recovery time can be months. Not much time in the World Cup!


Also,

Inzi and Mickey Arthur show they continue to be in love with the most pathetic spinner in the world right now, YASIR SHAH.


Most useless spinner, there's nobody worse in the ENTIRE cricketing world right now.

 

[Shafi]

Inzi is nothing but a super corrupt person!!!!!! This shameless guy choose players based on political background. Worst selector we ever have.

 

[Shafi]

So Yasir will now introduce in T20 as well!!!!
Really really disappointed with this CS.
Big 5-0 against England with 100+ runs defeat.

 

[Rana]

Not sure what Bilal Asif has to do to be considered for anything. He is so much more useful than Yasir Shah as an ODI cricketer. The guy can be a decent lower order hitter if needed

 

[Brilliance]

Sad news. Hope he recovers well in time before the WC.
But oh my ! Bloody Inzi ! what does he do, selects Yasir Shah of all the people.

 

[Ronaldo7]

Hope Shadab recovers soon.

However, if it's the one being mentioned in the media, then it can be a very sad news as recovery time can be months. Not much time in the World Cup!


Also,

Inzi and Mickey Arthur show they continue to be in love with the most pathetic spinner in the world right now, YASIR SHAH.


Most useless spinner, there's nobody worse in the ENTIRE cricketing world right now.

Apparently he has hepatitis c. Which can take a few months for you to feel 100% again. Sounds fishy.

 

[Sher Khan]

Why Yasir shah again and again. I’m sick of him.

 

[Sunny_majoka]

I am pretty sure now they will pick four pacers and imad... Yasir is not going to get a single game

 

[Hasan123]

[MENTION=129948]Bilal7[/MENTION] will still defend Yasir selection. ) )

 

[Hawkeye]

Apparently he has hepatitis c. Which can take a few months for you to feel 100% again. Sounds fishy.

All news channels are saying the same.

If it's true, Shadab is definitely out of the world cup.

 

[Dr_Bassim]

While speculating a 4 week rest and PCB hesitant to reveal the name of the virus, the only thing that comes to mind is splenomegaly with chance of rupture of spleen by playing sports.

I don't want to comment on the name of the virus.

 

[Hawkeye]

I am pretty sure now they will pick four pacers and imad... Yasir is not going to get a single game

You're wrong.

Mickey Arthur and Sarf also love Yasir Shah. He will definitely be in the playing XI, which is up to Arthur.

 

[Hawkeye]

While speculating a 4 week rest and PCB hesitant to reveal the name of the virus, the only thing that comes to mind is splenomegaly with chance of rupture of spleen by playing sports.

I don't want to comment on the name of the virus.

Check out all the news channels. They're naming it.

 

[Dr_Bassim]

Check out all the news channels. They're naming it.

Media loves to play around.

I highly doubt its Hepatitis "C" and they need a 4 week rest for it.

If it's chronic, what is the point of resting? Start him on treatment.

And if it's acute, how did he just pass the fitness test?

 

[Hawkeye]

Media loves to play around.

I highly doubt its Hepatitis "C" and they need a 4 week rest for it.

If it's chronic, what is the point of resting? Start him on treatment.

And if it's acute, how did he just pass the fitness test?

Everyone in the PCB is ready, any time to leak info to the media.

 

[JattMaula]

[MENTION=129948]Bilal7[/MENTION] will still defend Yasir selection. ) )

It is known.

 

[Maliq_Mudasir]

After hearing this, I hate Pakistan cricket. Pathetic from inzi.

 

[IMMY69]

this is absolutely horrendous news.
First of all, wishing Shadab Khan a speedy recovery...

Even if he’s well in four weeks, he’ll still be weak and I doubt he’ll get his fitness back in time so selecting him for the World Cup will be risky.. losing Shadab Khan greatly reduces our chances of doing well in this World Cup. It’s nkt just about his bowling and fielding which are will be missed, but his batting at number 7 brings crucial balance to the battling line-up...

Yasir Shah selection is a complete and utter disaster...
Absolutely disgusted by this..

 

[Shafi]

So basically Yasir will play the part of Mushtaq of '92 in 2019? Our selector is that genius!!!!!

 

[Seamer]

I think Bilal Asif should have been the replacement

 

[barah_admi]

This is really sad news and I hope Shadab recovers fully because we need him for the world cup. It will be cutting it very close, especially with all the training needed and match fitness but let's hope he goes well.

Shah as a replacement is not the best choice, Umer Khan, Muhammad Nawaz or any othern umber of spinners would have been better ODI choices.

 

[Hawkeye]

So basically Yasir will play the part of Mushtaq of '92 in 2019? Our selector is that genius!!!!!

Imran Khan wants him.

Nobody can say NO to immy.

Just like Younis in 2015, he really wanted him.

 

[Titan24]

I would have thought even taken retired Afridi over Yasir Shah

 

[PakPremi]

Imran Khan wants him.

Nobody can say NO to immy.

Just like Younis in 2015, he really wanted him.

Please stop making up stuff.

 

[moghul]

Hope he has Hepatitis A from which he should recovery fully in 2-3 weeks without any treatment and consequences. And NOT Hep, C, B, D or E.

I hope players all get vaccination against all these viruses ( B and A )

There is now treatment available for Heb C also, but its long and somewhat toxic treatment. Again, I hope its Hep A, in that case he will recover fully. Its highly contagious , hence needed to be isolated .

 

[Arsalan Pro]

I would have thought even taken retired Afridi over Yasir Shah

Hopefully, Yasir will only be there to sit on the bench.

Pakistan's preferred bowling attack would now be:

Imad Wasim
Faheem Ashraf
Hasan Ali
Shaheen Afridi
Junaid Khan

 

[Markhor]

What a useless selection. Do Pakistan selectors ever learn from their mistakes ?

 

[IAJ]

Hopefully, Yasir will only be there to sit on the bench.

Pakistan's preferred bowling attack would now be:

Imad Wasim
Faheem Ashraf
Hasan Ali
Shaheen Afridi
Junaid Khan

Do you really think Junaid Khan will last 5 whole ODIs, the guy will play a couple of matches and then pick a niggle and out for next few games.

Besides when you have so many matches you need good back-upsas they will also play at some stage and Yasir has been disappointing in LOIs.

 

[topspin]

[MENTION=129948]Bilal7[/MENTION] will still defend Yasir selection. ) )

He will defend him even if he selected a headless chicken. Awful stuff Inzy yet again!

 

[topspin]

Imran Khan wants him.

Nobody can say NO to immy.

Just like Younis in 2015, he really wanted him.

I find it hard to believe IK would intervene or even make any recommendations when he doesn’t even follow cricket.

 

[NauV]

I have a question for our friends here from the field of medicine.

The list of diseases/infections/viruses that the media is suggesting Shadab is fighting are known to be particularly debilitating . .
How is it that he passed a rigorous fitness test (which ran for more than a couple of days) . . been involved in hard training with the team . . and just as PCB did blood test for players, his test results were not good . . It doesn't make sense to a leyman like me . .

Any thoughts?

Anyone has insights into this? How can he have just passed rigorous fitness tests without clearly any serious symptoms?

 

[Hawkeye]

I find it hard to believe IK would intervene or even make any recommendations when he doesn’t even follow cricket.

I would like to believe that, but his track record says otherwise.

 

[Titan24]

Hopefully, Yasir will only be there to sit on the bench.

Pakistan's preferred bowling attack would now be:

Imad Wasim
Faheem Ashraf
Hasan Ali
Shaheen Afridi
Junaid Khan

Yes decent. Hafeez can bowl if more overs of spin are required.

 

[Slim]

They could have selected anyone but they resorted to Shah. WTH.

 

[moghul]

Anyone has insights into this? How can he have just passed rigorous fitness tests without clearly any serious symptoms?

PLz see my post # 67 on this thread.

 

[Hasan123]

He will defend him even if he selected a headless chicken. Awful stuff Inzy yet again!

Interesting how he hasn't give his opinion yet. His defence of Yasir Shah selection for the Australia series was that Yasir wont be selected for the WC anyway. Well it looks like if Shadab doesn't go to the WC, Yasir is his replacement. )

 

[Red Devil]

Hope it's nothing serious and Shadab recovers soon, terrible news.

Also, why on God's green earth did we pick Yasir Shah again, this is just insane. Sack Inzi for his obsession with Yasir alone.

 

[Titan24]

What I believe is that its a very mild virus and has only been detected through regular tests carried out for dope testing.

It isn’t effecting him much physically that is why he passed the fitness tests. Rest is so that his body can recover from the mild virus present in the body and avoid any deterioration which might happen from over exerting.

I am pretty hopeful he will be fine for the WC. However, this cant hide what poor selection Yasir is and there is no merit at all associated with it.