Former Pakistan cricketer Taufeeq Umar tests positive for coronavirus: Report

LONDON: Former Pakistan cricketer Taufeeq Umar has been diagnosed with coronavirus. After testing positive for the

COVID-19

, Umar is self-isolating at home. It appears to be a mild strain of the virus, ESPN Cricinfo reported.


At the time of testing, the former opener was not showing symptoms other than having a mild headache.

The 38-year-old, who has represented Pakistan in 44 Tests and 22 ODIs, at present works as junior national selector for the Pakistan

Cricket

Board.