Former Pakistan Test cricketer Basit Ali has suffered a heart attack, according to reports.
The former batsman is currently receiving medical treatment at a private hospital in Karachi. Reports said he experienced chest pain and discomfort before being taken to the hospital.
Doctors later performed an angioplasty as part of his treatment. His condition is currently being closely monitored by medical staff.
Sources said the former Pakistan cricketer will remain under observation for the next two days. Doctors will continue assessing his condition and recovery during this period.
Basit Ali Under Observation After Angioplasty
The reported health emergency has prompted concern among cricket fans and members of Pakistan’s cricket community. The 55-year-old former international cricketer represented Pakistan during the 1990s.
Basit Ali played international cricket for Pakistan between 1993 and 1996. During his career, he appeared in 19 Test matches and 50 One-Day Internationals.
He scored 858 runs in Test cricket, including one century. In ODI cricket, he accumulated 1,265 runs. His ODI record included one century and nine half-centuries.
Basit Ali’s International Cricket Career
Basit was known for his aggressive approach as a right-handed batsman. He made his international debut during Pakistan’s tour of the West Indies in 1993.
One of his notable performances came against the West Indies in Sharjah during the same year. He scored an unbeaten 127 in that match, producing one of the memorable innings of his international career.
His aggressive batting style attracted attention during his relatively short period in international cricket. He remained part of Pakistan’s international setup until 1996.
Continued Involvement in Pakistan Cricket
After retiring from professional cricket, Basit Ali remained connected with the sport. He took on coaching responsibilities and later became active as a cricket analyst.
The former batsman has regularly shared his views on Pakistan’s national team and other cricket matters. He remained active in cricket analysis earlier this year.
News of his reported heart attack has prompted messages of support from fans and members of the cricket community.
Supporters have also shared prayers and wishes for his recovery. For now, doctors are continuing to monitor his health following the angioplasty.
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Further information about his condition is expected to depend on medical assessments during the observation period.
