Pakistan women’s team spinner Sadia Iqbal has undergone surgery on her left knee at a local hospital in Lahore, with her return to competitive cricket expected to take around three months.
Surgery Follows Persistent Knee Pain
According to sources, the left-arm spinner had been experiencing knee pain for some time, prompting the decision to proceed with the surgical procedure. The operation was carried out at a hospital in Lahore, and Iqbal is now set to begin a structured rehabilitation programme under the supervision of doctors.
Sources indicated that her recovery and full return to cricketing activity will require approximately three months, with her progress to be monitored closely throughout the rehabilitation period.
Rehabilitation Plan Under Medical Supervision
Iqbal’s rehabilitation will be conducted in line with medical advice, with each stage of her recovery assessed before she is cleared to resume training and match play.
- The spinner will undergo a supervised rehabilitation programme in Lahore.
- Her recovery timeline is estimated at around three months.
- Medical staff will monitor her progress throughout the process.
Setback for Pakistan Women’s Team
Iqbal’s absence is expected to be a setback for the Pakistan women’s side, which will be without one of its frontline spin options while she works towards regaining full fitness and returning to international cricket.
The team’s management will now need to plan for her unavailability as she focuses on completing her rehabilitation and making a full recovery.
