How PCB Doctors Accused Of Ruining Career of Express Pakistan Pacer Ihsanullah With Mistreatment And Failed Elbow Surgery?

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In a distressing turn of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) finds itself embroiled in controversy as its medical team faces severe criticism for the mishandling of star pacer Ihsanullah's injury.

The Multan Sultans, Ihsanullah's franchise in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), have been forced to shoulder the financial burden of failed surgeries and misdiagnosis following his elbow injury sustained in May 2023.

Ihsanullah rose to prominence in the 2023 PSL season, impressing with his pace consistently above 150 kmph and finishing second in top wicket-takers list with 22 wickets. He suffered an elbow injury during a home series against New Zealand in May 2023 after breaking into the national team.

The PCB's medical team, entrusted with the young bowler's care, initially misdiagnosed the injury, leading to wasted time and ineffective treatments during rehabilitation, reported Cricket Pakistan. A subsequent surgery conducted in Lahore proved unsuccessful, exacerbating Ihsanullah's condition and prolonging his recovery period.

The injury forced Ihsanullah to miss the 50-over World Cup in India in November and now casts serious doubts over his chances to play the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies in June.

Multan Sultans' owner, Ali Khan Tareen, revealed that the franchise has been covering all expenses related to Ihsanullah's treatment abroad, including medical bills and accommodations for him and his family.

Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the PCB, expressed his displeasure over the mishandling of Ihsanullah's injury and hinted at possible repercussions within the board's medical setup. Tareen voiced his frustration, stating that the PCB's mismanagement had jeopardised the promising career of a young talent. Despite the setbacks, Tareen expressed gratitude for the PCB's decision to allow Ihsanullah to seek further consultation with a renowned surgeon in the UK.

The saga surrounding Ihsanullah's injury underscores the importance of proper medical care and management in professional sports in Pakistan. The development comes after the saga of Pakistan's senior pacer Haris Rauf with PCB. The 30-year-old pacer had to seek help for his dislocated shoulder injury to his franchise Lahore Qalandars after PCB turned his back on him following his refusal to play for Pakistan over mental health concerns. It was reported back then that the Qalandars owner Sameen Rana was footing the bill for the player's treatment while PCB did not provide any medical assistance.