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Hafeez Gears Up for Fitness Test Ahead ICC World Cup

LAHORE: Pakistan all-rounder and former captain Mohammad Hafeez is likely to be ready for the fitness tests ahead of International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup 2019 in England and Wales.

The all-rounder got injured after a powerful shot from Karachi Kings batsman Colin Ingram struck him on his thumb during HBL Pakistan Super League season four.

He underwent surgery, twice, in England and was asked to rest for a period of two weeks, after his second operation, before beginning training once again. According to details, Hafeez is strictly following the rehabilitation plan in order to recover from a thumb injury.

Although Hafeez is yet to begin gym work and running, it is quite likely that he will be part of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)’s scheduled fitness tests of the 23-man probable squad, for World Cup 2019, on April 15 and 16 at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore.

The 38-year-old’s fitness test can also be taken on Pakistan team’s arrival in England if he is not fit for next week’s tests.

Selection committee believed that Hafeez can prove to be a valuable addition to the squad bearing in mind conditions in England and his experience.