Overview
- PCB medical panel concerns, raised by Dr Javed Mughal after post-World Cup checks, suggest both batters were not fully fit when selected.
- Aaqib Javed said selectors were unaware of the issues and relied on Deacon’s clearance, and he has requested a formal probe.
- Babar withdrew from the National T20 Cup with hamstring or leg pain, was found to have a more serious problem, and is now rehabbing at the NCA.
- The panel expects Babar to be cleared to lead Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL from March 26, while Fakhar returned to the National T20 Cup after passing tests on March 15.
- Sources say Babar’s Bangladesh ODI omission also reflected poor World Cup form, and the PCB is drafting a policy for documented fitness approval before each series.