T20 World Cup 2024: Imad Wasim ruled out of Pakistan's opening match
Cricket
The all-rounder has been advised rest after he experienced discomfort in his right rib cage
Web Desk – All-rounder Imad Wasim was ruled out of Pakistan’s opening match against the United States in the T20 World Cup 2024 due to injury.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), in a statement, said Wasim will not be available for selection for Thursday’s match as he has been advised rest by the PCB Medical Team.
Ahead of the fourth T20I against England late last month, Imad had experienced discomfort in his right rib cage while batting in the nets and consequently missed the match.
He is expected to be available for selection for the 9 June match against India in New York.
The 2009 champions will kick-start their journey in the 2024 event on Thursday against hosts United States at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas, with the first ball to be bowled at 10:30am local time (8:30pm Pakistan time).
