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<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 16:51:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/image/dir/All-about-IPL-2024-venues-57-Recovered-59.jpg" width="768" height="461" alt="Is CSK pacer Matheesha Pathirana ruled out of IPL 2024? Updates"/><figcaption>Is CSK pacer Matheesha Pathirana ruled out of IPL 2024? Updates</figcaption></figure><br><p><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/punjab-kings-win-the-toss-against-chennai-super-kings-choose-to-bowl-first-2">Chennai Super Kings</a> have been dealt a significant blow as their death-bowling specialist, Matheesha Pathirana, has been forced to return to Sri Lanka to recover from a hamstring injury. This setback comes at a crucial juncture for the team as they navigate through the challenges of the IPL season.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Matheesha Pathirana’s Injury</h3><p>Pathirana leaves a noticeable void in the CSK bowling lineup, particularly in the crucial death overs, where his expertise is invaluable. His ability to deliver under pressure has been a critical asset for the team, making his absence sorely felt on the field.</p><p>“Chennai Super Kings pacer Matheesha Pathirana is nursing a hamstring injury and will be returning to Sri Lanka for further recovery,” stated a media release from CSK.</p><p>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/womens-t20-world-cup-2024-india-will-face-pakistan-in-slyhet">Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: India will face Pakistan in Slyhet</a></p><figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🦁🚨 OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 🦁🚨 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a></p>— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL/status/1787064879158812903?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 5, 2024</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div></figure><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Absence of Deepak Chahar</h3><p>The situation is further compounded by the absence of Deepak Chahar, CSK’s powerplay specialist, who is also sidelined due to injury. Chahar’s early departure from the field in a previous match has left CSK grappling with limited options in their bowling department, adding to their woes.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">CSK’s Remaining Bowling Options</h3><p>With Pathirana and Chahar sidelined, CSK faces a challenge in managing their bowling resources effectively. The team will have to rely on alternative options to fill the void left by their key bowlers, with overseas recruit Richard Gleeson emerging as a pivotal figure in the lineup.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Pathirana’s Performance in IPL 2024</h3><p>Despite his injury setbacks, Pathirana showcased his talent in the IPL 2024 season, significantly contributing to the team’s performance. In the six games he played, he claimed 13 wickets with an economy rate of 7.68, highlighting his importance to the CSK lineup.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sri Lankan Fast Bowlers Sidelined in IPL</h3><p>Pathirana’s injury adds to the woes of Sri Lankan fast bowlers in the IPL, with left-armer Dilshan Madushanka also ruled out for the season. The withdrawal of Wanindu Hasaranga, Sri Lanka’s premier leg-spinner, due to chronic heel pain further diminishes the presence of Sri Lankan players in the IPL.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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