Islamabad United’s opening batter Alex Hales has pulled out of the ongoing seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Confirming the news, the team’s management said that the star batter has decided to withdraw due to personal reasons. “We wish him very best of luck for his future,” the franchise’s management said.
A source said that Hales pulled out of PSL due to bubble fatigue. Hales played seven games for Islamabad United this season and scored 255 runs at an average of 42.50, smashing two half-centuries. Meanwhile, skipper Shadab Khan, Zeehan Zameer and Muhammad Akhlaq are suffering inju-ries. Medical reports are expected to be released by today afternoon. Khan is suffering a groin injury, while Zameer and Akhlaq have side and leg injuries.
The franchise spokesperson said a decision regarding the team will be taken after reviewing the medical reports of the three players. —Agencies