Big Bash League 13 Shock: Adelaide Strikers Lose Rashid Khan to Injury Blow
- Posted on November 23, 2023
- Sports
- By Arijit Dutta
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Adelaide Strikers face a setback as Rashid Khan, their star player, will miss BBL 13 due to a back injury requiring surgery. The franchise confirmed his absence, expressing the loss and mentioning plans for a replacement. This adds to the blow following another withdrawal from Harry Brook.
Adelaide
Strikers, gearing up for BBL 13, encountered a substantial setback with star spinner Rashid Khan ruled out due to a severe back injury necessitating
surgery. This announcement, confirmed by the franchise, has sent shockwaves
through the Big Bash League community.
The
Strikers' management, in a formal statement released on Thursday, conveyed the
unfortunate news regarding Rashid's unavailability. This development is a
considerable loss for the team, as articulated by Tim Nielsen, the Strikers'
General Manager, Cricket.
"Rashid's absence is a massive blow for us," Nielsen expressed, acknowledging the leg-spinner's significant contributions over his seven-year tenure with the team. "His absence will be strongly felt this season. We stand by Rashid as he undergoes treatment, prioritizing his long-term well-being in the sport."
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The
franchise, while expressing regret at Rashid's departure, has yet to unveil a
replacement for the forthcoming season. They assured fans that discussions with
the coaching staff are underway to finalize a substitute player swiftly. This
follows the earlier exit of Harry Brook, further exacerbating the team's
concerns ahead of the league.
Both
Rashid Khan and Harry Brook were slated as crucial picks for the upcoming
season, and their unexpected withdrawals have left the Adelaide Strikers in a
precarious position as they navigate the challenges preceding the BBL 13
campaign. The team now faces the critical task of finding a suitable
replacement to fill Rashid Khan's influential role in the tournament.