Pakistan batter Shan Masood was taken to a hospital as he was struck on the head during a practice session at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) ahead of a crucial Pakistan-India encounter.

According to details, Shan was struck on the head as Mohammad Nawaz played a shot during the practice session. The 33-year-old remained on the ground briefly and was removed from the net area.

Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board medical team has yet to give any update about the opener’s injury, as more updates on his condition will be shared after a complete medical test.

Shan has played 12 T20Is for Pakistan, scoring 220 runs at an average of 24.4.