'Main theek hu abhi': Musheer Khan drops first statement after horrific car accident in Lucknow

In a heartfelt message to his fans and well-wishers, 19-year-old cricketer Musheer Khan expressed his gratitude and relief after surviving a severe car accident on the outskirts of Lucknow earlier this week. In a video shared on his Instagram handle, Musheer reassured everyone, saying, “Main theek hu abhi.”

The accident occurred on September 27, when Musheer Khan and his father Naushad were driving from their hometown Azamgarh to Lucknow. Their car collided with a median and overturned, resulting in Musheer's neck fracture. Fortunately, his father and the others escaped with minor injuries. Musheer was admitted to a hospital in Lucknow and is currently stable and recovering. 

Musheer was en route to Lucknow to participate in the upcoming Irani Cup match, scheduled to commence on October 1, where his team would face off against the Rest of India.

Musheer Khan issues statement after car accident

Musheer, who sustained neck injuries in the accident, is expected to be sidelined from competitive cricket for at least three months, ruling him out of Mumbai's opening matches in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, which kicks off on October 11. Despite the setback, his spirits remain high.

“I want to thank almighty Allah for granting me a new life. I'm fine as of now, and my father was with me during the crash, and he's fine too. I just want to thank all of you for your blessings,” Musheer stated.

His father, Naushad Khan, also expressed his gratitude, stating, “First of all, I thank God for granting us this new life. I want to thank everyone who prayed for us, our fans, relatives, and well-wishers.” 

"I also want to thank the MCA [Mumbai Cricket Association] and the BCCI who are taking full care of Musheer, and they will give you whatever updates there are in the future.

In a message filled with resilience, Naushad added, “One needs to persevere to get what one couldn't, and to be grateful for what one has got. This is life.”

Musheer had scored a valiant hundred in the Duleep Trophy held recently. He is the younger brother of India cricketer Sarfaraz Khan. 

(With PTI inputs)