Rohit Sharma Suffers Thumb Injury Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash

India's Captain Rohit Sharma Suffers Thumb Injury Ahead of Pakistan Clash

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma sustained a left thumb injury during a practice session on Saturday, casting a shadow over his participation in the highly anticipated match against Pakistan on Sunday.

The incident occurred when Sharma, 37, was struck on the thumb during a net session. The team's medical staff immediately attended to him, and after an assessment, Sharma resumed batting practice.

The injury is a concern for India, as Sharma is a key player in the team's batting lineup. He scored 52 runs off 37 balls in India's opening match against Ireland, but was forced to retire hurt after the 10th over due to the injury.

The condition of the pitch at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, where the India-Pakistan match will be played, has been a topic of discussion. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has acknowledged that the pitches at the venue have not performed as consistently as anticipated.

"T20 Inc and the ICC recognise that the pitches used so far at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium have not played as consistently as we would have all wanted," the ICC said in a statement.

The grounds team at the stadium is reportedly working diligently to address these concerns and enhance the quality of the pitches for the remainder of the tournament.

Despite the injury, Sharma is expected to play in the match against Pakistan. However, his fitness will be closely monitored, and if necessary, he could be replaced by vice-captain KL Rahul.

The India-Pakistan match is one of the most eagerly awaited matches in the T20 World Cup. The two teams have a long history of rivalry, and the match is always a high-stakes affair.

Tags: #RohitSharma, #Injury, #India, #Pakistan, #T20WorldCup