Pakistani cricket opener Muhammad Rizwan spent two nights in ICU ahead of semi-final match with Australia, Dr Najeeb Soomro said.
Rizwan developed a severe chest infection ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia.
In the post-match press conference on Thursday, doctor Najeeb Somroo revealed the chest infection developed by Rizwan, Khaleej Time reported today.
Mohammad Rizwan scored his third fifty of the tournament as Pakistan piled up an intimidating 176 for four. It was then that Marcus Stoinis and Matthew Wade came together, scoring 40 and 41 respectively as they scored an unbeaten 81 runs to take Australia home with an over to spare.
He said: “Mohammad Rizwan developed a severe chest infection on 9th of November after which he was admitted to the hospital. He spent two nights in the ICU recovering. He made an incredible recovery and was deemed fit before the match.”
“We can see his great determination and tenacity that shows his spirit of performing for the country. And we can see how he performed today,” the doctor added.
Najeeb Somroo also revealed that the decision regarding Rizwan’s health was made by the whole team management.
