Kaneria is recuperating in Pakistan after his operation

Pakistan and Essex spinner Danish Kaneria faces six weeks on the sidelines following finger surgery.

The 27-year-old broke his finger against Worcestershire last week and returned to Pakistan for the operation.

Kaneria said: "There was a fracture in my right hand ring finger which I sustained while taking a caught and bowled chance.

"I have had the surgery to set it right. Hopefully I should be bowling again after six weeks."

Kaneria enjoyed a successful first season with Essex taking 75 wickets in all competitions.

But his chances of making a swift return after the injury are limited as Pakistan do not have any international matches confirmed until next year.