Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- Pakistani cricketer Fakhar Zaman will begin his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy next week. His participation in the Asia Cup will be decided after his medical test results are received. Sources said Fakhar contacted the PCB medical panel upon arriving in Pakistan. The panel recommended a series of medical tests to assess his fitness.

Fakhar's rehab was initially scheduled to start this week. However, it was delayed due to his late return to the country. The new schedule will allow medical staff to monitor his recovery closely. The final decision on his Asia Cup inclusion will depend on the upcoming test results.

According to initial examination, Fakhar has a mild strain in the thigh of his left leg. Th...