Star Afghanistan Spinner Rashid Khan Undergoes Minor Back Surgery

The Afghanistan Cricket Board reports that prominent cricketer Rashid Khan underwent a minor lower-back surgery in the UK and is anticipated to make a full recovery.

However, the legendary spinner will be absent from the Big Bash League, which begins on December 7.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced in a statement on Friday that Rashid, who was crucial to the team's victory over teams like England and Pakistan in the World Cup in India, had undergone surgery by a renowned surgeon in the UK.

"Recognized physician Dr. James Alibone in the UK performed a little lower back surgery on cricket sensation @rashidkhan_19 from Afghanistan. The ACB statement on X stated, "He has been rested for a short while and is expected to recover soon."

A fellow cricket player, Muhammad Nabi, shared a picture of Rashid following surgery along with the caption, "Get well soon, king".

Rashid's BBL team, Adelaide Strikers, declared on Thursday that he would soon have a minor surgery.

Since 2017, Rashid has been a member of the Strikers.

Tim Nielsen, General Manager of Cricket at Adelaide Strikers, said, "Rashid is a beloved member of the Strikers and a fan favorite who has been with us for seven years, so he will be extremely missed this summer."

"We know how much Rashid loves playing in the BBL and how much he loves Adelaide and the Strikers. We are supporting him while he receives treatment for this injury to ensure his long-term participation in the game.

"Our list management and coaching staff will now look at our options for replacing Rashid for the upcoming season and a replacement player will be announced in due course." Rashid had earlier vowed to skip the BBL in protest of Australia calling off an ODI series against Afghanistan. Rashid was a part of Afghanistan's passionate campaign in the ODI World Cup in India.

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