Karachi: After missing out on the one-off T20 International and the three-match ODI series against Australia, injured Pakistan all-rounder Muhammad Hafeez has been ruled out of the upcoming two Tests as well. Hafeez, 33, had to return home from the UAE last week before the limited-overs series after badly injuring his left hand during a practice match an injury which required six stitches.

Pakistan have lost the lone T20 and the first ODI by a considerable margin and they are hoping to fare better in the remaining two ODIs and the Tests starting October 22. "The doctors have advised him at least four weeks rest and we don't see him being available for the two Tests against Australia" a senior official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) told PTI. Hafeez has been one of Pakistan's main players in all three formats of the game due to his ability to bat in the top order and also bowl off-breaks.