Pakistan’s young sensation Shadab Khan is set to board the flight to England after being declared fit to play the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced on Tuesday night. "The latest blood tests carried out show zero viral load in his blood, the PCB said in a press release.
Earlier, Shadab Khan was named in the 15-member World Cup squad but couldn’t fly with the team to England after tests revealed traces of hepatitis C in the blood stream. The PCB sent him to Manchester to consult with Dr Patrick Kennedy, who had given the leg-spinner two week's medication and rehab course, which Shadab went through at the National Cricket Academy.
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The PCB said Shadab would leave for England on May 16 and will consult Dr Kennedy the next day. The board said Shadab's appearances in the World Cup warm-up matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh on May 24 and 26 were subject to his fitness and team management's decision.
Shadab said he was delighted to have cleared the medical tests and be declared fit for the World Cup.
"It has been difficult to stay away from international cricket and watch Pakistan play. As a professional cricketer, you want to be part of the team's success. Having played in the 2017 Champions Trophy I understand the glamour, flavour and importance of global events. I am looking forward to competing in the World Cup and help Pakistan achieve success," he said.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Pakistan will start their World Cup campaign against West Indies.
- Pakistan is currently playing 5-match ODI series against England.
- Shadab Khan played a vital role in Champions Trophy triumph.
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