Former Pakistan player Umar tests positive for coronavirus

'My symptoms are not at all severe.'

Former Pakistani cricketer Taufeeq Umar has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Umar said the symptoms are mild and he is self-isolating at home.

"I got myself tested last night after feeling a little sick last night, and the result came positive. My symptoms are not at all severe," Umar was quoted as saying by Geo News.

"I have isolated myself at home. I appeal to everyone to pray for my swift recovery," he added.

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, is currently serving as the junior national selector.

Last month, former Pakistan first-class cricketer Zafar Sarfaraz had passed away after testing positive for COVID-19.