Shoib Malik out

Sharek · #1 August 28, 2003, 02:18 PM

According to BangladesherKhela Shoib Malik is out for the second test due to cramps

Arnab · #2 August 28, 2003, 02:20 PM

So they're one batter short?

Zobair · #3 August 28, 2003, 03:45 PM

Yup. Unless he somehow recovers.

oracle · #4 August 28, 2003, 03:54 PM

I hate to be unsportsmanlike but .. good riddance. One less headache for sujon.

Zobair · #5 August 28, 2003, 09:46 PM

It also means pakistan have one less bowling option in our second innings

and one less batsman again in their second innings :P

chinaman · #6 August 29, 2003, 02:22 AM

Thursday, August 28

Cricket-Malik retires hurt from Bangladesh test
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Reuters

PESHAWAR, Pakistan, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Pakistan all rounder Shoaib Malik has retired injured from the second test against Bangladesh.

Pakistan Cricket Board spokesman Samiul Hasan told Reuters Malik would take no further part in the match.

"He has pulled his hamstring and groin muscles and is also doubtful for the third test," Hasan said.

The 21-year-old bowled just 12 overs on Wednesday's first day of the test.

The hot and humid conditions at the Arbab Niaz Stadium in Peshawar have also seen fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar struggling.

He suffered vomiting and dizzy spells on the first day and bowled on Thursday with the help of a ice jacket.

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