Naseem Shah opts to stay in Australia despite his mother’s death

• 16-year-old made the decision after consulting with his family members.
• The pacer is part of the playing XI currently facing Australia A.
• The first Test between Australia and Pakistan will start on November 21 in Brisbane.

Pakistan’s teenage pacer Naseem Shah has decided to stay in Australia after the untimely demise of his mother on Monday.

As per details, the decision was taken by 16-year-old after consulting with his family members in Pakistan. The Lower Dir native decided against going back to home due to the distance and time constraints involved.

Both Pakistan and Australia A sides donned black armbands on day two of their tour match in Perth to mourn Shah's loss.

The pacer is part of the playing XI currently facing Australia A. However he has been pulled out of the ongoing three-day practice match following the news.

Shah caught the eye of selectors after an impressive performance in the domestic circuit. The first Test between Australia and Pakistan will start on November 21 in Brisbane.