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Shadman Islam Stretchered Off After Ankle Injury Against West Indies
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What Happened?
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was stretchered off during the second Test against West Indies after injuring his left ankle while fielding. The incident occurred on Friday in Sylhet.
Key points
- Shadman twisted his left ankle while chasing a ball near the fine leg.
- He lay on the ground for several minutes before being taken away.
- Bangladesh physio confirmed he is under observation and will undergo an MRI scan.
- Shadman had previously scored a century in the opening Test of the series.
- Hasan Mahmud took five wickets, becoming the first Bangladeshi seamer with five-wicket hauls in five countries.
Key insights
- The team will need to adjust if Shadman is unable to play further.
- Hasan Mahmud's performance may boost team morale despite Shadman's injury.
- The MRI results will determine Shadman's recovery timeline.
Why it matters
Shadman's injury could impact Bangladesh's performance in the ongoing Test series.
Entities
Shadman Islam· PersonBangladesh· CountryWest Indies· CountrySylhet· City
Source
Times Now
