Abid Ali has represented Pakistan in 21 internationals within the restricted alternatives he received to date. It was solely on the age of 31 that Ali may make his debut on the highest stage in March 2019 as a result of cut-throat competitors within the nationwide group. Nonetheless, there got here a degree within the Lahore cricketer’s life the place a severe coronary heart ailment nearly ended his profession.
Ali himself admitted he felt that his profession was over as he recalled his severe coronary heart illness that he had suffered in the course of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2021/22 in December. He additionally went on to precise his gratitude in direction of, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) medical doctors, chairman Ramiz Raja, and NCA medical doctors for supporting him when he was not in the very best of his well being.
I by no means imagined such an incident may ever happen: Abid Ali
“The final 5-6 months, I’ve been in excessive discomfort, however I’m again to regular routine because of Allah Almighty. The scenario I used to be in, I by no means anticipated to be on this place,” stated Abid Ali whereas chatting with Cricket Pakistan.
“I want to thank the PCB and all those that supported me, particularly Ramiz Raja and NCA medical doctors on the panel. Moreover, I’m additionally grateful to have a terrific group who’re working with me and serving to me within the rehabilitation centre,” he added.
On the similar time, the right-handed batter additionally went on to say he by no means imagined that such an incident may ever happen and when he confronted this unexpected scenario, he felt as if his profession was over. Moreover, the 34-year-old added that he would stay optimistic and pray for a wholesome and a greater life forward.
Whereas enjoying a match within the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy final December, Abid Ali complained of chest pains and was instantly rushed to the hospital the place he was ultimately identified with acute coronary syndrome. Thankfully, the cricketer underwent a profitable angioplasty.
