Pak vs NZ: Muhammad Rizwan, Irfan Khan ruled out of T20I series

Lahore: Wicket-keeper batsman Muhammad Rizwan and batsman Mohammad Irfan Khan have been sidelined from the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand due to medical reasons.

In a statement released by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), it was disclosed that the PCB Medical Panel had received Radiology reports of Muhammad Rizwan and Mohammad Irfan Khan. After careful review of the reports and consultation with the Pakistan team management, it was decided to give both players rest from the upcoming T20Is against New Zealand scheduled for Thursday and Saturday.

The statement further mentioned that the two players would undergo rehabilitation under the supervision of the PCB Medical Panel at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

This development comes ahead of the fourth T20I match between Pakistan and New Zealand, set to take place on Thursday at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium.

Despite the absence of these players, both teams remain focused on delivering a stellar performance in the upcoming clash.