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The Hundred faced a big setback as Afghanistan’s T20I captain Rashid Khan announced his withdrawal from the 2023 competition due to injury. The Trent Rockets’ player was initially set to feature in three matches, but his absence has left a void in the tournament.
Rashid sustained an injury after his participation in the Major League Cricket (MLC) final on Sunday (July 30) in Dallas, where he impressed with figures of 3 for 9. The leg-spinner expressed his disappointment over the decision to withdraw and shared his hope of returning to The Hundred next year.
“I’m really disappointed to have to withdraw from The Hundred through injury. It’s been great to play in the competition the first two years, Trent Rockets is a great team, and I hope to be back again next year,” Rashid was quoted as saying in ESPNcricinfo.
Rashid Khan’s replacement for The Hundred 2023 announced
Replacing Rashid in the Trent Rockets squad is Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim, who will be available until August 10. Following that, New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi is set to join the team, as he was already scheduled to replace Rashid before the injury was announced.
This late change poses a challenge for the Rockets, and Rashid’s absence adds to the list of international stars who have withdrawn from the tournament.
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The Hundred 2023 began with the opening clash between Trent Rockets and Southern Brave on Tuesday (August 1) at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, where the Rockets secured a thrilling 6-run victory courtesy of Sam Hain’s blazing 39-ball 63.
As cricket enthusiasts follow The Hundred action closely, they can only hope that the remaining stars stay fit and the competition continues to deliver enthralling moments and fierce contests on the field.
