Pakistan Test opener Abid Ali returned to competitive cricket after four months and scored fifty.
The 34-year-old Abid played his first match in the ongoing SPL at Faisalabad. The right-handed batter made 32-ball 56 runs with the help of a six and seven fours.
Remember, he suffered pain in his chest during a match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy in December 2021. He was diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome and a stent was placed in Abid’s blocked coronary artery in an angioplasty surgery.
Speaking to this correspondent after the match, Abid Ali said that he did not feel any discomfort while batting. “I was a bit nervous over playing my first match after heart surgery but thanks to Almighty Allah, the time on the field went well.”
“This knock has boosted my confidence and I will strive for my form and fitness by participating in more matches. My target is to represent Pakistan once again,” he added.
“I am grateful to my family and fans for their courage and support during difficult times,” he concluded.
