Melbourne Stars share new update on Sam Harper after he was hospitalized due to a training accident

Sam Harper, an Australian wicketkeeper-batter who plays for the Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League, received a knock to the head while batting in a net session. He was taken to the hospital by ambulance after suffering a head injury. Harper is aware and stable, according to the most recent update. The incident occurred on Friday during a practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as Harper prepared for Saturday's match against the Sydney Sixers.

3 things you need to know 

• Sam Harper suffered a head injury during training 
• Harper was rushed to the hospital 
• Harper is reported to be conscious and stable 

How did Sam Harper get injured? 

During a net session, Sam Harper tried a cross-bat shot and had a nasty cut near his throat when the ball became caught under the grill of his helmet. The medical staff of the Stars acted quickly to stem the bleeding. Despite the fact that an ambulance was called, Harper was aware breathing, and stable when she was taken to the hospital for additional care. Given his history of concussions, his condition will be managed with prudence.

Harper, who had a previous concussion episode in January 2020, will have many scans and is anticipated to stay overnight owing to the severity of the condition. Harper's absence from the forthcoming game is unavoidable, since the training session was immediately cancelled. With no backup wicketkeeper available, the Stars may call on former player and Victoria limited-overs skipper Peter Handscomb to fill in on short notice.

Handscomb, who was slated to play grade cricket for St Kilda on the same day, has previous experience as an Australian T20 wicketkeeper. From 2012 until 2020, he was a member of the Stars and spent two seasons with the Hobart Hurricanes. As a substitute player, he appeared in three games for the Melbourne Renegades last season. Handscomb has also been named captain of the Cricket Australia XI, which will play a three-day match against the West Indies in Adelaide beginning on Tuesday.

Harper, a 27-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, has played for Australia at the U19 level but has yet to play for the senior side. His well-being will be thoroughly examined following this terrible tragedy, given he is now playing first-class cricket for Victoria. According to Melbourne Stars, scans for Harper have revealed no acute fracture or soft tissue injury after he was injured during a batting session in the MCG nets last night.

Harper suffered a cut on his jaw and neck while trying a ramp shot. The positive scan findings suggest that there is no major structural damage, which alleviates concerns about fractures or soft tissue injuries.