Soumya suffers injury ahead of Champions Trophy

As Bangladesh prepares for the upcoming Champions Trophy in the UAE and Pakistan, Soumya’s injury has raised concerns about his participation in the tournament.

While batting fluently in the nets, Soumya was struck by a bouncer from young pacer Mrittunjoy Chowdhury. After the blow, Soumya visibly grimaced in pain and left the session, causing some apprehension regarding his availability for the prestigious tournament.

Sources from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) medical team have assured that the injury is not severe, although Soumya will undergo further medical tests to assess the extent of the damage. Notably, Soumya had previously injured the same finger in December 2024 while attempting a catch during the second T20I against the West Indies.

The Bangladesh team is set to depart for the UAE on Thursday night for the Champions Trophy, with their opening match against India scheduled for February 20th in Dubai. Fans and officials alike will hope for a quick recovery for Soumya, who has been an integral part of the team’s top-order.