Saim Ayub ruled out of second Test against South Africa, advised six-week rest

Pakistan opening batter Saim Ayub has been ruled out of the ongoing second PAK v SA Test after suffering an ankle injury and has been advised to take six-week rest.

Saim Ayub twisted his ankle while running alongside Aamir Jamal as a relay fielder in the first session of the second Test in Cape Town.

However, the young batter lost his balance, stumbled backwards and twisted his ankle. Saim Ayub was seen being limped off the field by his teammates.

Now, a spokesperson for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that the left-handed batter has been ruled out of the second PAK v SA Test.

“Saim Ayub has been ruled out of further participation in the second men’s cricket Test against South Africa after twisting his right ankle while fielding. Saim underwent X-rays and MRI tests this afternoon and the reports have been sent to specialists in London for further advice on the treatment and time away from competitive cricket,” the PCB spokesperson said.