Shan Masood ruled out of Pakistan's 2nd Test vs. West Indies with finger injury

Pakistan's batting lineup has suffered a significant blow with the news that Shan Masood will miss the second Test against the West Indies. The injury sidelines a key player as Pakistan aims to level the series after a 90-run loss in the first match.

Masood sustained the injury to his left index finger during the first Test in Trinidad. He was struck by a delivery from West Indies bowler Jayden Seales in Pakistan's first innings. Despite the injury, Masood managed to score 109 runs in the first innings and 3 in the second.

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Pakistan Test batter Shan Masood has been ruled out of the second Test against the West Indies after sustaining an injury to the index finger of his left hand during the first Test at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Masood is currently undergoing treatment from the team's medical panel. Scans and clinical assessments have been conducted. His recovery process will determine his availability for the subsequent Test series against England, which is scheduled to begin on August 19 in Leeds.

With Masood out, Pakistan faces selection dilemmas. Experienced players Abdullah Shafique and Saud Shakeel are potential replacements, along with uncapped batter Awais Zafar. Pakistan currently ranks ninth in the World Test Championship standings, just below the West Indies.

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His availability for the first Test against England starting 19 August at Leeds will depend on his recovery and clinical progress.