KARACHI: Karachi Kings suffered a huge blow as Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Ilyas have been ruled out of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) due to injuries. Unlike Ilyas, Amir has not participated in any match this season.
According to a statement issued by the franchises, Mohammad Amir, who was nursing a side strain for the past week, has aggravated his back injury during the rehabilitation process and will no longer be available to participate in the remainder of the PSL 7.
“Amir has always been a King, and the team wishes him the best in recovering to full fitness as he returns to his family soon,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, Mohammad Ilyas had a severe shoulder injury, but despite it, he came back after receiving treatment to bowl two overs in the last match.
“MRIs have confirmed the worst and he has been advised rest for the next six weeks and shall be leaving for his home in Peshawar tomorrow evening,” the Kings statement read.
“The whole Karachi Kings family appreciates his service and selflessness that embodies the spirit of family and effort this team stands for and wishes Ilyas a speedy recovery back to his fighting best,” it added.
The Kings have lost their first three matches and are schedule to play their fourth match against Peshawar Zalmi tomorrow at National Stadium Karachi.
