Nahid under observation after suffering side strain in 2nd T20

Bangladesh pace bowler Nahid Rana is under observation after suffering a suspected left-side strain during the second T20 International against Zimbabwe, team physiotherapist Bayezidul Islam said on Saturday.

The injury cast a shadow over Bangladesh's series-levelling victory, which made it 1-1 in the three-match T20I series.
Nahid left the field after bowling 2.3 overs and did not return to complete his spell.

"Nahid Rana reported a left-side strain during today's match. We did not let him bowl again. He will remain under observation until tomorrow," team physio Bayjedul Islam said in a video message from Zimbabwe.

"At this stage, I think he has a side strain. We will decide tomorrow morning whether he needs a scan. How long it may take for him to return to the field will be announced later," he added.

Before leaving the field, Nahid dismissed Brian Bennett for 15 and finished with figures of 1-15 from 2.3 overs.

The 22-year-old had been Bangladesh's standout bowler in the opening match of the series, claiming 4-26 despite his team's defeat.

Bangladesh will assess Nahid's condition on Sunday before deciding whether further medical tests are required, with his 
availability for the series decider remaining uncertain.    �"BSS