Imam-ul-Haq Collapses After Head Blow in ODI
In a tense moment during Pakistan’s third ODI against New Zealand at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, opener Imam-ul-Haq had to retire hurt due to an unfortunate injury. While trying to make a quick single, a throw from a New Zealand fielder hit Imam right under his helmet, getting stuck beneath the grill and striking him on the jaw and nose. So Let’s take a look at Imam-ul-Haq Collapses After Head Blow in ODI.
The blow caused immediate pain, and Imam dropped his bat, collapsing to the ground. The ball’s odd path from below the helmet left him looking dazed and disoriented, prompting commentators to wonder if he might have suffered a concussion.
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The Pakistan physio rushed to help him, but Imam struggled to keep his balance and had to leave the field, unable to continue his innings. He was carried off and reportedly taken to a hospital for further evaluation. His injury meant he had to retire hurt, and Babar Azam stepped in to replace him in the batting order, joining Abdullah Shafique at the crease.
Babar’s Effort Falls Short as New Zealand Completes 3-0 Sweep
Earlier in the match, New Zealand had set a total of 264/8 in a rain-shortened 42-over game. Rhys Mariu, playing in just his second ODI, scored a half-century, with key contributions from Daryll Mitchell and captain Michael Bracewell, who added a quick 59 runs. Pakistan’s Akif Javed was the standout bowler, taking 4 wickets for 62 runs.
In Pakistan’s chase, they started off strong despite Imam’s early exit, with Babar Azam scoring a brisk half-century. However, he was dismissed right after reaching 50, and wickets began to tumble regularly. The chase lost momentum, and Pakistan ultimately fell short by 43 runs, resulting in New Zealand completing a 3-0 series whitewash. Coupled with a 4-1 loss in the T20I series, Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand ended on a disappointing note.
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