Bulawayo: Pakistan U19 wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Shayan has been ruled out of the ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup following an injury sustained during a practice match. The young cricketer was struck on the nose by a ball while wicket-keeping to a fast bowler, resulting in a fracture confirmed by X-rays at a local hospital.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, the incident occurred during a scenario-based practice match as the team prepared for the ongoing tournament. The board has stated that a replacement for Mohammad Shayan will be announced in due course. The injury marks a setback for the Pakistan U19 team as they continue their campaign in the World Cup.