WATCH: Mohammad Rizwan comes to aid as Marnus Labuschagne gets hit during Rawalpindi Test
PCB's video from the ongoing first Test shows Aussie batter was hit when he tried to play Nauman Ali's delivery
March 07, 2022
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan's much-adored wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan has received praise for his on-field camaraderie with an Australian cricketer.
A video shared by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) from the ongoing Rawalpindi Test showed Aussie batter Marnus Labuschagne being hit on his hand while playing against spinner Nauman Ali on the third day of the series opener.
Rizwan in the background, who can be clearly seen moved by his opponent player getting hurt, comes to Marnus' aid and holds his arm to comfort him.
"Rizwan is more than happy to help," the video caption read.
The fourth day’s play of the first Test between Pakistan and Australia at the Pindi Cricket Stadium started at 1pm today (Monday) after being reduced due to the overnight rain and wet outfield.
On Sunday, the third day of the opening Test at the Pindi Cricket Stadium was called off early due to inclement weather.
Australia were 271-2, with Marnus Labuschagne undefeated on 69 and Steve Smith on 24, when the umpires took the players off the field due to bad light.
Australia are 205 runs behind Pakistan with eight wickets remaining after the hosts declared on 476-4 on Saturday.
The Aussies are visiting Pakistan for the first time in 24 years, having previously declined to visit due to security concerns. On the current tour, they will play three Tests, as many one-day internationals as possible, and a Twenty20 international.
