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The cricketing world was shaken by news of a serious road accident involving Musheer Khan, the younger brother of Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan. The 19-year-old Mumbai all-rounder was traveling to Lucknow from his hometown of Azamgarh for the upcoming Irani Cup when his car struck a divider on the Purvanchal Expressway and overturned. The accident resulted in neck injuries for Musheer, who is now expected to be out of action for at least three months.
The accident occurred on September 30th, and Musheer was immediately transported to Medanta Hospital in Lucknow. Dr. Bhola Singh, the Medical Superintendent at the hospital, confirmed that Musheer is currently stable and out of danger. However, the extent of his neck injuries necessitates a prolonged period of recovery, effectively ruling him out of Mumbai's matches at the start of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, which begins on October 11th. Musheer's father, Naushad Khan, who was also in the car, sustained minor scratches during the accident.
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) released a statement emphasizing that Musheer is conscious and well-oriented, but a neck fracture requires close observation. The BCCI and MCA medical teams are actively monitoring his progress to ensure he receives the best possible care. Once medically cleared for travel, Musheer will be flown to Mumbai for further evaluation and additional treatment. The timeline for his recovery will be determined based on these assessments.
The news of Musheer's accident comes as a significant blow for the young cricketer, who has already established himself as a promising talent. He has scored three centuries and a half-century in just nine First-Class matches. His impressive performance in the last Ranji Trophy season included a double hundred in the quarter-final, a half-century in the semi-final, and a match-winning century in the final against Vidarbha. Musheer had also started the 2024-25 domestic season strong with a century in the Duleep Trophy for India B against India A in Bengaluru.
Musheer's absence will be felt by Mumbai, especially in the upcoming Irani Cup match against Rest of India, scheduled to take place from October 1-5. The reigning Ranji Trophy champions will be looking to start their campaign on a high note, but they will now have to contend with the absence of their promising all-rounder. Following the Irani Cup, Mumbai will kick off their Ranji Trophy campaign on October 11th against Baroda.
While the recovery timeline for Musheer's neck injury remains uncertain, the cricketing community wishes him a speedy and complete recovery. His dedication and talent have already earned him recognition, and everyone eagerly awaits his return to the field. This unfortunate accident serves as a reminder of the fragility of athletic careers and the importance of safety measures on the roads.
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