Pakistan opener Saim Ayub is still recovering from an ankle injury he suffered during the Cape Town Test against South Africa in January. His participation in PSL 2025 will depend on a detailed medical assessment scheduled for Tuesday. The 22-year-old is undergoing rehabilitation under the supervision of Pakistan cricket trainer Hanif Malik. British specialists will conduct the medical evaluation to determine his fitness for the tournament, which begins on April 11.
Initially, Saim was expected to recover in six weeks, but he missed the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and Pakistan’s white-ball tour of New Zealand as a precaution. PCB has been sharing his training and rehabilitation videos on Instagram, keeping fans updated on his progress. His return to competitive cricket depends on the upcoming medical report.
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Saim sustained the injury while attempting to stop a boundary in the Cape Town Test. Twisting his ankle in the process, he was taken off the field and ruled out for the rest of the series. Early scans suggested a shorter recovery time, but PCB decided not to rush him back into action. His availability for PSL 2025 now hinges on his latest medical assessment.
If cleared, Saim will return to Peshawar Zalmi, where he is listed in the Platinum category alongside Babar Azam. Zalmi is closely monitoring his progress as they finalise their squad for the season. A final decision on his return is expected soon.
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