The Pakistan Cricket Board has sent fast bowler Naseem Shah, who has tested positive for Covid-19, home for self-isolation.
On September 29, the PCB said that hours after the fast bowler contracted the coronavirus, the board confirmed that he had been diagnosed with pneumonia.
On September 28, the main fast bowler of the Pakistan team was admitted to the hospital. He later joined the national team at a local hotel after being discharged from the hospital.
The PCB spokesperson said that Naseem Shah will isolate himself at home for the next two days and follow all precautionary measures.
According to the spokesperson of the national team, Naseem Shah will not play the next two matches of the seven-match T20 International series against England.
The fast bowler will leave for New Zealand with the team on Sunday as his isolation period ends on Saturday.
According to the spokesperson of the board, PCB’s medical panel will continue to evaluate Naseem Shah’s health.
The fast bowler was diagnosed with pneumonia yesterday.
