ISLAMABAD: Islamabad United fast bowler Hasan Ali will miss the remainder of the Pakistan Super League matches in Abu Dhabi because of family commitments, the cricket franchise said on Saturday night.
Pakistan’s flagship cricket super league tournament resumed in Abu Dhabi on June 9. It was postponed in March after a string of positive coronavirus cases among players and officials. While previous matches of the tournament's sixth edition were held in Pakistan, the resumed series is being hosted at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
Hasan has been the key bowler for Islamabad United this season, grabbing 10 wickets in six games at an iaverage of 14.
In a Twitter post, Islamabad United said Hasan "will be returning to Pakistan due to family commitments" and added it "completely supported" his decision.
“I want to say to all Islamabad United fans, unfortunately due to personal reasons I have to pull out of the remaining PSL matches,” Hasan was quoted in a statement issued by his team.
“Some things are more important than cricket and nothing is more important than family. I am thankful to Islamabad United for their support and understanding," he said. "This team truly is a family that stands with you through thick and thin. I wish the team very best of luck for the remaining PSL matches.”
Islamabad captain Shadab Khan said Hasan's absence will be a huge loss, but at Islamabad United they "have always looked after each other like a family and we will continue to do so."
