LAHORE: Pakistan pacer Ihsanullah’s rehabilitation from a long-term elbow injury will continue with his appointment with an experienced surgeon in the United Kingdom, the country’s cricket board said on Sunday.

The right-armer, whose injury was mismanaged for most of its part before incumbent Pakistan Cricket Board chairman took notice of it following shocking revelations by the owner of Pakistan Super League franchise Multan Sultans, for which Ihsanullah plays for.

“Fast bowler Ihsanullah left for Manchester, England, on Sunday morning for his crucial appointment on Monday with esteemed orthopedic surgeon, Professor Adam Watts, regarding his elbow injury,” said a PCB press release.

“Professor Watts specialises in hand and wrist surgery, shoulder and elbow procedures, sports injuries, and trauma surgery.

“Ihsanullah’s franchise, Multan Sultans, has collaborated with the PCB to secure this appointment. The PCB, as Ihsanullah’s parent body, will cover all expenses for his treatment and rehabilitation.”

Ihsanullah, 21, made a big impact in last year’s Pakistan Super League with his pace and subsequently went on to make his debut in three T20 matches against Afghan­istan in Sha­r­jah and two ODIs at home against New Zealand.

But after the New Zealand series, he suffered an elbow injury and was sidelined for remaining events including the Asia Cup and World Cup.

Unfortunately for the youngster, an incorrect diagnosis of his injury and a botched-up surgery in Lahore has meant he is yet to recover completely.

Published in Dawn, April 15th, 2024