WATCH: Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman rushed to hospital after head injury during training
Mustafizur Rahman (Source – X)
In a worrying development, Bangladesh pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman was rushed to a hospital in Comilla today after sustaining a head injury during a training session for his Bangladesh Premier League team, the Comilla Victorians.
According to reports, Rahman was struck on the head by a ball hit by Liton Das during net practice, resulting in an open wound on his left parietal region. Team physiotherapist SM Zahidul Islam Sazal, via a press release, has declared that the bowler was given immediate first aid by applying a compression bandage to control bleeding before Rahman was taken to Imperial Hospital for further evaluation.
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Mustafizur Rahman has been taken to the hospital after sustaining a nasty blow to his head during Comilla Victorians' training session.
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“During practice, a ball hit directly at the left parietal area of Mustafizur Rahman. There was an open wound at his parietal area and we worked with a compression bandage to stop bleeding and immediately shifted him to Imperial Hospital,” he said.
No internal bleeding!
Thankfully, initial scans cleared Rahman of any internal injuries. However, the extent of his injury and potential recovery timeline remain unclear. The 28-year-old is currently under observation and awaiting further medical updates.
Rahman’s injury comes as a major blow to the Comilla Victorians, who are currently placed second in the BPL standings with three matches remaining in the league stage. He has been a vital cog in their bowling attack, picking up 11 wickets in nine matches so far. His fiery pace and deceptive variations have been instrumental in restricting opposition batsmen.
The incident also raises concerns about player safety during training sessions. While head injuries are relatively rare in cricket compared to other sports, they can be potentially serious and require immediate medical attention. This latest incident highlights the importance of having trained medical personnel readily available during practice sessions and implementing proper safety protocols to minimize the risk of such injuries.
The cricketing fraternity, including fans, has extended its support to Rahman, wishing him a speedy recovery. Fans and analysts alike will be anxiously awaiting further updates on his condition and hoping for a swift return to the field.
