The decision came after opener Imam-ul-Haq suffered a serious injury early in Pakistan\u2019s innings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Imam, who had returned to the side replacing Usman for the match, was struck on the jaw by the ball while completing a single. The blow was severe enough to warrant immediate medical attention, and the southpaw had to be stretchered off the field. Following a medical assessment, the team management confirmed that Imam had sustained a concussion and would play no further part in the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As per ICC regulations, a team is allowed to bring in a like-for-like concussion substitute in such scenarios. Pakistan named Usman Khan as Imam\u2019s replacement - a move well within the framework of the rules.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Usman Khan has been named the concussion substitute for Imam-ul-Haq, who sustained an injury after being struck on the jaw by the ball,\" the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed in a social media post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Usman, who had impressed with a quick cameo in the series opener before missing the second game due to a hamstring concern, returned to the field but failed to make a major impact. He was dismissed for just 12 runs by New Zealand pacer Mohammad Abbas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Usman Khan has been named the concussion substitute for Imam-ul-Haq, who sustained an injury after being struck on the jaw by the ball,\" the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed in a social media post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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