India and Pakistan face off against each other in a much-anticipated encounter at the Asia Cup 2022. The clash will be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on August 28, 2022 (Sunday) as both sides aim to kick off their campaign with a win. However, Pakistan have had some injury scares ahead of the encounter and will be without star pacer Shaheen Afridi. Disney+ Hotstar Plans to Watch India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2022 T20 Cricket Match Live Streaming Online: Check Best Subscription Plan to Watch IND vs PAK on Mobile App and Website.

India have been the better side in the T20I encounters against Pakistan, who have been closing the gap on their rivals in recent years. The Men in Green got the better of their neighbours during the meeting in T20 World Cup 2021, where Shaheen Afridi was the main protagonist. However, the pacer will not be available for this clash as he has been ruled out.

Why Is Shaheen Afridi Not Playing In IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2022 Clash?

The left-arm pacer spearhead's the Pakistan bowling attack but has been ruled out of the Asia Cup 2022 altogether. Days prior to the start of the competition, the 22-year-old picked up a knee injury which has sidelined him for an indefinite amount of time.

Shaheen Afridi reportedly picked up the injury during a match against Sri Lanka last month. He is undergoing treatment in Dubai, where the Pakistan team is staying for Asia Cup. The 22-year-old is likely to undergo knee surgery in the coming future.

Despite his injury, the speedster has travelled with the Pakistan team and is a member of their daily preparations. It is understood that skipper Babat Azam wanted the pacer with the squad. Pakistan cricket management is also monitoring the pacer's fitness as he continued rehabilitation in Dubai.

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