Pakistan’s star fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has suffered a knee injury while playing in Australia’s Big Bash League. The injury comes at a sensitive time with the T20 World Cup approaching soon.
Shaheen Afridi picked up the injury during Brisbane Heat’s match against the Adelaide Strikers on Saturday. Sources said he felt pain and discomfort in his knee during the game. The discomfort reportedly continued for nearly an hour, raising concerns among team officials.
Brisbane Heat later confirmed the injury in an official statement. The franchise said Shaheen Afridi has suffered a knee issue and has already started his rehabilitation process. Team officials added that his knee will be examined in more detail once the squad returns from Adelaide.
As a safety measure, Brisbane Heat confirmed that Shaheen Afridi will not play in the upcoming match against the Adelaide Strikers. The team explained that the decision was taken to avoid any risk of worsening the injury. Medical staff advised rest and monitoring at this stage.
Sources also revealed that Shaheen Afridi will leave the Big Bash League and return to Pakistan as a precaution. He is expected to travel back home tonight. With the T20 World Cup getting closer, team management wants to ensure his full recovery before any further matches.
After returning home, Shaheen Afridi is expected to begin rehabilitation at Pakistan’s High Performance Center. Sources said the focus will be on careful recovery rather than a quick return. Doctors will assess his condition before clearing him for training.
Officials familiar with the situation stressed that the injury is not being described as serious. They said the decision to pull him out of the league was purely precautionary. The main goal is to protect a key player for the World Cup.
Shaheen Afridi is a vital part of Pakistan’s bowling attack across formats. His pace and early breakthroughs make him a match-winner. Any injury concern naturally draws attention from fans and selectors.
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Further updates are expected after medical evaluations in Pakistan. His fitness will remain under close watch in the coming days.
