Mumbai’s young cricket sensation, Musheer Khan, is now in stable condition after a road accident on the outskirts of Lucknow. The 19-year-old, considered one of India’s brightest prospects, was on his way to his hometown Azamgarh from Lucknow with his father, Naushad Khan, when their car hit a divider and overturned on the Purvanchal Expressway.
While Musheer sustained neck injuries, his father escaped with minor scratches. Fortunately, the injuries are not life-threatening, and Musheer is expected to make a full recovery. Dr. Bhola Singh, Medical Superintendent at Medanta Hospital, Lucknow, where Musheer was treated, provided an update on his condition.
“Cricketer Musheer Khan, injured in a road accident on the Purvanchal Expressway, was brought to the emergency department with neck pain. His treatment is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Dharmendra Singh, Director of the Department of Orthopedics. His condition is stable and he is out of danger,” Dr. Singh confirmed.
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Despite being out of immediate danger, Musheer’s road to recovery will be lengthy. According to the Press Trust of India (PTI), the talented left-hander is expected to be sidelined for at least three months. This means he will miss the upcoming Irani Cup and the initial stages of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, a significant setback for the young cricketer.
🚨 Medical bulletin from Medanta Hospital in Lucknow on Musheer Khan. “He is stable and out of danger,” it says.
Musheer had suffered a horrific car accident this morning on his way to Lucknow from Azamgarh. #MusheerKhan pic.twitter.com/pQaWZGIZVR
— RevSportz Global (@RevSportzGlobal) September 28, 2024
Relieved to hear that Musheer Khan is stable, conscious, and well-oriented. 🙏 He’ll be flown to Mumbai for further assistance once fit to travel. Wishing him a speedy recovery! 🏏 pic.twitter.com/GDZ56s4GaL
— Hemant Bhavsar (@hemantbhavsar86) September 28, 2024
Musheer’s absence will be felt deeply in the Mumbai lineup. He has been in remarkable form, amassing 716 runs in just nine first-class matches, including a brilliant 181 in the Duleep Trophy opener for India B against India A. His performances in the recent ICC U-19 World Cup 2024, where he was India’s second-highest run-scorer with 360 runs, further underscored his potential.
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Many are hoping that Musheer, who has shown such promise early in his career, can find inspiration in the resilience of fellow cricketers like Rishabh Pant, who overcame a serious accident to return stronger. The road to recovery may be challenging, but with his talent and determination, Musheer is expected to bounce back and continue his journey towards becoming a cricketing star.
