PSL3: Islamabad United suffer another major blow

Islamabad United has suffered another major blow after Rumman Raees' injury, as West Indian all-rounder Andre Russell has been ruled out of remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League due to an injury.

Islamabad United confirming the news stated, “The 29-year-old cricketer from Jamaica won’t play any further part in the on-going PSL after pulling his hamstring.”

Earlier, Their vice captain, Rumman Raees had to be stretchered off the ground during the match against Quetta Gladiators Wednesday night after his right-leg knee stuck on the ground while saving a boundary.

“Russell was injured during the game against Karachi Kings and MRI results were not encouraging,” the official said. “He will not take any further part in the tournament,” he added.

He played three games for Islamabad United this season and has taken four wickets and scored 82 runs, including a last-ball six in super over against Lahore Qalandars in Sharjah last week.

The franchise will announce a replacement of Russell after it is approved by the PSL.