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Matheesha Pathirana to Miss Early Stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Rana’s Participation Also Doubtful
Matheesha Pathirana will miss early IPL 2026 matches recovering from a calf strain; Harshit Rana's availability is uncertain due to a knee injury, KKR evaluates replacement options.
- On Friday, KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed pacer Matheesha Pathirana will miss the IPL's early stages, becoming available only from mid-April after undergoing rehabilitation.
- Pathirana missed the 2026 T20 World Cup after suffering a calf strain and is currently undergoing rehabilitation under Sri Lanka Cricket supervision.
- Bought for Rs 18 cr in the IPL auction, Pathirana featured in just three World Cup matches before being helped off the field during the Australia game.
- Harshit Rana's availability remains uncertain after a knee injury sustained in India's T20 World Cup warm-up versus South Africa; KKR is evaluating replacement bowlers with its leadership group.
- The three-time champions begin their campaign on March 29 against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium, then face Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 2, Punjab Kings on April 6 and Lucknow Super Giants on April 9 at Eden Gardens.
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Harshit Rana Ruled Out Of IPL 2026 For KKR; Matheesha Pathirana Still Doubtful
Indian speedster Harshit Rana has been ruled out of IPL 2026 as he's going through rehabilitation after undergoing surgery on his right knee, while Matheesha Pathirana's participation is subject to fitness test clearance
·New Delhi, India
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KKRs Pathirana to miss early stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Ranas participation also doubtful - The Tribune
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, while Harshit Rana's availability in the tournament is also uncertain, according to ESPNcricinfo.
·Chandigarh, India
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ugandanews.netKKR's Pathirana to miss early stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Rana's participation also doubtful
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, while Harshit Rana's availability in the tournament is also uncertain, according to ESPNcricinfo.
·India
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