Karachi, Dec. 31 -- : Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has been forced to cut short his maiden Big Bash League (BBL) stint after sustaining a knee injury while representing Brisbane Heat, the franchise confirmed.
The left-arm pacer suffered a cartilage injury while fielding during the Heat's last-over win against the Adelaide Strikers at the Gabba on Saturday night.
Following consultations between the Brisbane Heat and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) medical staff, it was decided that Shaheen would return home for further treatment ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
In a post on social media platform X, the pacer said, "Due to an unexpected injury, I have been called back by the PCB and will have to take a rehab. Hop...