New Delhi, Sept. 20 -- Axar Patel is a doubtful starter for the Indian team against Pakistan after the all-rounder suffered a head injury during the Men in Blue's win over Oman in a Group A encounter of the Asia Cup 2025. The 31-year-old banged his head while attempting a catch and had to be immediately substituted. The incident took place during the 15th over of the Oman innings when Hammad Mirza tried to play it over the mid-off fielder off the bowling of Shivam Dube.

Axar who was standing at mid-off ran to his left and fumbled twice to get hold of the ball. In the process, Axar fell on his back with his head hitting the ground. The Indian cricketer looked to be in pain as he held his head before leaving the ground and did not return. ...