Blow to Pakistan as Fatima Sana ruled out of Women’s T20 Asia Cup

‘Fatima Sana’s replacement will be announced in due course,’ said the PCB

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Sunday that pacer Fatima Sana has been ruled out of the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in Bangladesh from October 1.

According to the details, Fatima twisted her ankle while featuring in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (CPL).

After investigating the injury, the PCB Medical panel advised her to a four-week rest.

Fatima, who featured for Barbados Royal in the CPL, was also not part of the first phase of the preparation camp for the tournament held in Lahore from 30 August to 2 September. Her replacement will be announced in due course.

Meanwhile, the Pakistan squad and the reserves will assemble at Lahore Country Club, Muridke later today to undergo a 10-day camp starting tomorrow (Monday). The national side will fly out for Bangladesh on 28 September.

‘Fatima Sana’s replacement will be announced in due course,’ said the PCB