Fast bowler Haris Rauf ruled out of remaining PSL-9 matches

Defending champions Lahore Qalandars suffered a major setback when their ace fast bowler Haris Rauf became unfit and was ruled out of remaining PSL-9 matches, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Sunday.

Earlier, Lahore Qalandar on Sunday sharing an update regarding their main fast bowler Haris Rauf, who got severely injured while taking catch against Karachi Kings in Gaddafi stadium, said that a medical panel examined Haris Rauf’s injury.

In a statement, Lahore Qalandar team said “The shoulder’s injury scan is completed, but further updates will be given after the complete scan report.”

Haris Rauf fell awkwardly on his shoulder in the 20th over while completing a stunning catch to dismiss Hasan Ali. Despite the injury, he walked off with his arm strapped and underwent scans.

The medical panel, after consultation, concluded that he needs four to six weeks to recover, forcing him to miss the PSL season.

Shaheen Afridi, captain of Lahore Qalandars, said, “As a team, we are deeply saddened by Haris Rauf's injury. It was painful to see him missing out as he's been a pillar of strength for us, and his absence will be felt. In the face of adversity, we stand united, and I have full confidence that the team will rise to the occasion.

“It's indeed a setback for the franchise, but he is also Pakistan's main bowler, and with a lot of cricket coming up, a pragmatic approach was to give him maximum time to recover. Wishing him a speedy recovery, and we eagerly await his return to the field stronger than ever. Our thoughts and support are with him during this challenging time."

Reporter: Hafiz Shahbaz