Wicket-keeper batsman Azam Khan was taken to hospital after getting hit on the head during practice on Friday in Guyana, and has been ruled out of the second and third T20I against West Indies.
The 22-year-old, who made his debut earlier this month against England, is learnt to have been struck by a fast bowler.
According to a press release by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), a neurosurgeon has recommended an observation period of 24 hours following which he will be reassessed on Monday.
His availability for the fourth and final T20I will depend on the reassessment.
As per reports, Khan did not lose consciousness and was wearing a helmet at the time he was hit.
Pakistan and West Indies took part in a rained-out first T20I in Barbados on Wednesday, with only nine overs possible.
Meanwhile, all three remaining games will take place in Guyana, with Saturday’s contest the first of back-to-back weekend games, before the final match on Tuesday.
The T20Is will be followed by two Tests starting August 12 and 20, and both will be played in Kingston.
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