Last Updated: October 30, 2022, 21:58 IST
Dinesh Karthik looked unconformable while walking off the field. (AP Photo)
Dinesh Karthik looked in pain as he walked off the field during the 15th over of the South Africa innings in Perth on Sunday
India’s injury concerns continue to mount with veteran wicketkeeper-batter and the oldest member of the squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 Dinesh Karthik latest to be hit by fitness trouble. After the 15th over of a Super 12 clash with South Africa in Perth on Sunday, Karthik walked off the field with his one hand on back as he appeared in some pain and was replaced by Rishabh Pant for the rest of the match.
Karthik was seen down on his knee, clutching his back which prompted the team physio to rush to the middle before the two left the field. Pant took charge of the wicketkeeping duties as South Africa went on to win by five wickets to take the top spot on the Group 2 points table.
Later when India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar was asked about the extent of Karthik’s injury, he said it will be clear once the physio gives the report.
“I know he had some back issue. Obviously, the physio will give a report and we will have more clarity after that,” Bhuvneshwar said during the post-match media interaction.
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