England’s Ben Stokes Set To Have Scan On Hamstring Injury Ahead Of Pakistan Tour

Ben Stokes, England’s Test captain, faces uncertainty ahead of the Pakistan series as he awaits a check on his hamstring injury next week. Stokes sustained the injury while competing for the Northern Superchargers in The Hundred against Manchester Originals last month.

During the game, Stokes dashed for a quick single, came up injured after finishing the run, and slumped clutching his left leg. He was helped off the field and eventually emerged on crutches.

Stokes was forced to miss the Test series against Sri Lanka due to the injury. His ability to play in the Pakistan Tests is now in jeopardy. The results of the scan will help England make decisions regarding Stokes’ availability and the extent of the damage.

Since he is an all-rounder and captain, Stokes’ health is vital to England. Fans will be keenly observing the team’s preparations for the Pakistan series and anxiously anticipating any developments regarding Stokes’ recuperation.

Ben Stokes will have a scan on his hamstring injury:

A report indicates that England Test captain Ben Stokes will undergo diagnostic of his hamstring strain next week as he prepares for the first test in Pakistan. The scan is not a reaction to any hindrance with the injury but is rather intended to help monitor the all-rounder’s recovery, according to BBC news.

Despite his injury, Stokes has been named captain of the 17-man Pakistan test squad; the first game in the three-match series commences on October 7.

In case Stokes is declared unfit for the opening Test, Ollie Pope would take over leadership responsibilities. During Stokes’ absence from the Sri Lankan series, Pope acted as captain of the English team.

In Pakistan, the locations of the venues for the three-match series are yet to be ascertained. Initially, the games were supposed to happen in Karachi, Rawalpindi and Multan but construction activities in Karachi are likely to render this stadium unfitting for play.

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