Shoriful Islam's Finger Injury Casts Doubt on Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Hopes

Bangladesh's T20 World Cup hopes hang in the balance as they anxiously await news on the severity of Shoriful Islam's finger injury. The left-arm pacer sustained a nasty split between his index and middle finger during Bangladesh's warm-up match against India in New York.

During the final over of India's innings, Shoriful attempted to field a drive from Hardik Pandya but was struck on the hand. He immediately collapsed in agony and was rushed off the field by the Bangladesh team physio.

Initial medical examination revealed that Shoriful required six stitches to close the wound. BCB's chief physician, Dr. Debashis Chowdhury, stated that the extent of the injury and Shoriful's recovery time will be determined after a follow-up visit in two days.

"Shoriful suffered a split injury between the index and middle finger of his left hand while trying to stop a ball in his last over," Chowdhury explained. "After initial medical attention, he was taken to Nassau University Medical Centre. The hand surgeon administered six stitches. We will visit him again after two days. We will know then how much time it will take for Shoriful to return."

Shoriful's injury is a major setback for Bangladesh, who are already without frontline pacer Taskin Ahmed due to a side strain. If Shoriful is ruled out of the opening match against Sri Lanka on June 7, Bangladesh will be severely depleted in the pace department.

The 21-year-old Shoriful has been one of Bangladesh's most promising young bowlers in recent times. He impressed in the recent series against South Africa, taking 5 wickets in 3 matches. His absence would be a significant blow to Bangladesh's chances of making an impact in the T20 World Cup.

Bangladesh will now head to Texas for their opening game against Sri Lanka. They will have six days to assess Shoriful's recovery and make a decision on his availability. The team will be hoping for a positive update on his condition, as his presence would be crucial to their hopes of a successful tournament.

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