IPL 2016: Ashish Nehra To Undergo Knee Surgery

Ashish Nehra Injured

New Delhi: Indian fast bowler Ashish Nehra will soon undergo knee surgery in London to treat his high-grade tendon an injury which he suffered in the Indian Premier League(IPL).

The bowler hurt his right knee during Sunrisers Hyderabad’s seven-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium on May 15. The 37-year-old will undergo surgery in London.

Ashish Nehra Injured
Ashish Nehra Injured

“BCCI medical team confirms that India medium pacer, Ashish Nehra, injured his right knee during the VIVO Indian Premier League 2016. Assessment and investigation by BCCI medical staff revealed Nehra sustained a high-grade tendon injury and was recommended to consult Dr. Andrew Williams, orthopaedic specialist in London. Post consultation, Dr. Williams has advised surgery on his right knee, which will take place shortly,” the Indian cricket board confirmed the news.