Port of Spain: Pakistan Test batter Shan Masood has been ruled out of the second Test against the West Indies after injuring his index finger during the first Test at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. His participation in the upcoming Test against England remains uncertain pending recovery.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, Shan Masood is undergoing treatment from the Pakistan team medical panel following a scan and clinical assessment. The injury has raised concerns about his availability for the first Test against England, which is scheduled to begin on 19 August in Leeds. Despite the injury, Masood will continue to stay with the team as he recuperates.

The absence of Masood, a key player in Pakistan’s Test lineup, may impact the team’s performance in the upcoming match against the West Indies. His recovery and progress will be closely monitored by the medical team, with hopes that he will regain fitness in time for the England series.