Shoriful Islam Ruled Out of Pakistan Test, Races Against Time for India Series

Shoriful Islam Ruled Out of Pakistan Test, Races Against Time for India Series

Shoriful Islam, Bangladesh’s promising left-arm fast bowler, has been ruled out of the second Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi due to a groin injury. The injury has put his participation in the upcoming two-Test series against India next month in jeopardy.

According to Bangladesh team physio Bayjedul Islam Khan, Shoriful complained of discomfort in his groin after the first Test last week. Subsequent MRI scans confirmed a Grade 1 left adductor strain, which typically requires around 10 days of recovery. Shoriful has already commenced his rehabilitation.

Shoriful’s absence is a significant blow to Bangladesh, as he played a crucial role in their 10-wicket victory in the first Test. He claimed three wickets and also contributed with the bat, hitting two sixes in his 14-ball 22.

Taskin Ahmed has been drafted into the playing XI for the second Test in Shoriful’s place. Taskin is making his return to Test cricket after more than a year.

Bangladesh’s next assignment is a tour of India, where they will play two Tests and three T20Is. The first Test is scheduled to begin in Chennai on September 19.

Bangladesh have a busy schedule ahead of them, with two Tests at home against South Africa in October and a full tour of the West Indies in November and December.

Shoriful’s injury is a setback for Bangladesh, who have already missed his services in 11 Tests since his debut three years ago. However, the team will be hoping that he recovers in time for the crucial series against India.

Neeraj Chopra Seeks Medical Advice in Germany for Groin Injury

Neeraj Chopra Seeks Medical Advice in Germany for Groin Injury

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has embarked on a journey to Germany to seek medical advice regarding a potential surgery for his persistent groin injury. The decision comes after Chopra’s impressive silver medal performance at the Paris Olympics, where he showcased his resilience despite the nagging injury.

Sources close to Chopra’s family have confirmed his departure to Germany, where he is expected to remain for at least a month. The 26-year-old athlete had previously expressed his intention to consult doctors after the Olympics to address his injury, which has hindered his performance in recent months.

Chopra’s injury woes began in 2023 when he won the World Championships while carrying the groin injury. Prior to the Paris Olympics, he took a break of over a month due to an adductor muscle niggle. Despite the setbacks, Chopra remained determined to compete in Paris, where he delivered a season’s best throw of 89.45m to secure a silver medal.

During the Olympics, Chopra expressed his desire to participate in the Diamond League Final in Brussels, Belgium, on September 14. However, his participation hinges on his recovery and whether he can compete in at least one Diamond League Meeting before the final.

Chopra’s team, including his coach and physiotherapist, will assess his condition and make a decision on his participation in the Diamond League Meetings. The athlete has previously consulted a doctor in Germany regarding his injury and underwent a short training stint in Saarbrucken before the Olympics.

If Chopra misses both the Lausanne and Zurich Diamond League Meetings, he may miss out on a top-six finish in the DL Meetings series, which would prevent him from competing in the DL Final.

Chopra’s injury has been a significant concern for the Indian athlete, who has hinted at the possibility of undergoing surgery to address the issue. He has stated that the injury has affected his focus and performance, with 60-70% of his attention being diverted to managing the pain.

Neeraj Chopra Reflects on Silver Medal, Prioritizes Groin Injury

Neeraj Chopra Reflects on Silver Medal, Prioritizes Groin Injury

Neeraj Chopra, India’s javelin star, has won a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, adding to his gold from the previous Games. However, despite his historic achievement, Chopra is more concerned about a persistent groin injury that has been hindering his performance.

Chopra’s gold-silver double at the Olympics is unprecedented in Indian sport, but he believes he has more to give. The groin issue has been a nagging problem for several years, preventing him from delivering bigger throws. Gold medallist Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan rewrote the Olympic record with a throw of 92.97m, highlighting the need for Chopra to address his injury.

Chopra plans to consult doctors to explore surgical options. “I am pushing myself despite the current situation of my body,” he said. “But there’s still a lot inside me, and I have to keep myself fit for it.”

The injury has affected Chopra’s schedule this year, forcing him to miss several meets leading up to the Games. He also withdrew from the 2022 Commonwealth Games due to the issue.

Chopra explained that the injury forces him to focus on his body rather than his technique. “I already threw 89.94m with this injury,” he said. “But when I throw, I always focus almost 50 percent on my injury. We have to focus mostly on technique, but it’s really hard for me with this injury.”

Despite his injury, Chopra is optimistic about his future. “Medals are a different thing,” he said. “But there’s a better throw left in me. There’s a lot left in me, we will do it for sure.”

Chopra praised Nadeem for his performance, acknowledging the challenges of managing injuries in the sport. “Arshad did so well,” he said. “If he can avoid injuries, his throws will only get better.”

Alcaraz Advances in Olympics Despite Injury, Eyes Doubles Gold with Nadal

Alcaraz Advances in Olympics Despite Injury, Eyes Doubles Gold with Nadal

Carlos Alcaraz, the world number three from Spain, has advanced to the last 16 of the Olympic singles tennis tournament despite battling a groin injury. Alcaraz defeated Tallon Griekspoor of the Netherlands 6-1, 7-6 (7/3) on Monday, keeping his hopes alive for a gold medal to add to his four Grand Slam titles.

Alcaraz, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, required medical attention on his right leg late in the second set and had to save a set point. However, he recovered to secure the victory and will now face Roman Safiullin of Russia in the next round.

“It’s a pain that I’ve been dealing with the last tournaments so I know what I have to do,” Alcaraz said of his injury. “It’s normal for a tennis player as this game is so demanding. I will try to recover and be ready and at 100 percent in the doubles.”

Alcaraz is also scheduled to team up with Rafael Nadal in the doubles competition on Tuesday, where they will face Griekspoor and Wesley Koolhof. Nadal, who lost to Novak Djokovic in the singles tournament, is seeking his second Olympic doubles gold medal after winning in Rio in 2016.

“When Djokovic is playing at this level it’s really, really difficult to play against him,” Alcaraz said of Nadal’s defeat. “He was really aggressive, made no mistakes, moving very, very well. I saw Rafa playing let’s say not his best tennis for sure. But when Djokovic is like this, he was the better one.”

Griekspoor, who has lost all three of his meetings with Alcaraz, expressed skepticism about the severity of the Spaniard’s injury. “I didn’t see any problems with him,” said the Dutchman. “He went for every shot in the tiebreak. It’s not like he fell down or twisted his ankle and that he couldn’t walk anymore. For me, he was still all over the place.”

Despite the injury concerns, Alcaraz remains determined to compete at his best in both singles and doubles. He will be hoping to emulate his success at the Grand Slams and add an Olympic gold medal to his impressive resume.

De Bruyne Out of Belgium Squad for Friendlies Due to Groin Injury

De Bruyne Out of Belgium Squad for Friendlies Due to Groin Injury

Manchester City’s midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne has been omitted from the Belgium squad for upcoming friendlies against Ireland and England due to a persistent groin issue. Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco confirmed the news on Thursday, citing concerns over De Bruyne’s fitness ahead of the European Championship this summer.

De Bruyne has endured a challenging season, having undergone hamstring surgery in August after sustaining an injury on the opening day of the Premier League. The Belgian international was sidelined for nearly five months, and since his return in January, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has carefully managed his workload.

Guardiola opted to rest De Bruyne for the match against Brentford on February 20 due to lingering hamstring discomfort. While De Bruyne made a substitute appearance in the subsequent victory over Bournemouth, he has since started three of City’s last four games. However, his substitution in the 69th minute of the 1-1 draw with Liverpool on Sunday raised concerns about his fitness.

Tedesco explained that De Bruyne’s groin injury has been a concern in recent matches. After consulting with the team doctor and De Bruyne himself, the decision was made to prioritize his recovery and rehabilitation with Manchester City.

“If the risk of an injury is too high, it’s our responsibility to say it’s better to protect him,” Tedesco said. “And then to have him ready for the Euros. We can’t take risks at this moment with any player, especially not with Kevin.”

Belgium’s preparations for Euro 2024 will continue with friendlies against Ireland on March 23 and England at Wembley Stadium three days later. However, De Bruyne’s absence will be a significant blow to the Red Devils, who will be looking to build momentum ahead of the tournament.

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