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Shaheen Afridi Recalled From Brisbane Heat With Knee Injury, Ruled Out of BBL

The PCB will oversee his rehabilitation in Lahore, leaving his readiness for February’s T20 World Cup uncertain.

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Shaheen Afridi incurred an injury during BBL
Cricket - First T20 International - Pakistan Practice Session - Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds, Britain - May 21, 2024 Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi during the practice session Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

Overview

  • Afridi sustained a right‑knee cartilage injury while fielding in Brisbane Heat’s December 27 win over Adelaide Strikers at the Gabba.
  • After consultations between Brisbane Heat and Pakistan Cricket Board medical staff, he was told to cut short his stint and return home for treatment.
  • He is out for the remainder of the Big Bash League, and Brisbane Heat said they are exploring replacement options for the rest of the season.
  • The left‑arm pacer played four BBL matches, taking two wickets at an economy rate around 11.19 in his debut season for the Heat.
  • With the T20 World Cup scheduled for February 7–March 8 in India and Sri Lanka, his past knee issues and the current setback have created uncertainty about his tournament availability.