Pakistan’s left-handed opening batter, Saim Ayub, got an update on his recent ankle injury which he suffered in the second test match against South Africa. The injury is serious, with a confirmed fracture, but doctors have said there is no long-term damage.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sent Ayub to London for a full medical check-up as the Champions Trophy 2025 is approaching. The 22-year-old is one of the key players for Pakistan for the upcoming mega event.
Saim Ayub, along with assistant coach Azhar Mahmood, saw well-known doctor Dr. Jeyaseelan, who looked over his tests and reports. After the check-up, Ayub was told that the injury had healed enough for him to put some weight on his injured ankle, but he should do it carefully.
Dr. Jeyaseelan has recommended a six-month rest period for Saim Ayub to ensure a complete recovery. Ayub will meet with a group of specialists in London and will have more tests, including X-rays, to decide on his treatment plan, and if the PCB follows Dr. Jeyaseelan’s advice, the batter will be unable to play in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be a huge setback for Pakistan.
A decision about whether Ayub will be included in Pakistan’s provisional squad will depend on more medical check-ups and reviews. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is personally involved in Ayub’s recovery, making sure he gets top-quality treatment.
Naqvi described Ayub as a “valuable asset” for Pakistan cricket and promised that the board would provide all the needed support for his recovery. Saim Ayub’s absence will create a big gap in the Pakistan National Cricket Team, as the opening batter has been in excellent form. He has been performing well, recently scoring two centuries in the ODI series against South Africa. He also had a good run with the bat on the recent tour of Australia.
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