Reigning champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will be playing the opening match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). However, ahead of the IPL, several franchises are facing injury and availability issues. Some players are not yet fit, and some players are facing travel issues due to the war in the Middle East.
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Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood confirmed to miss initial matches for SRH, RCB
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Pat Cummins has also been reported by Cricbuzz to miss few matches of the IPL, as the SRH captain will surely miss the opening game against RCB.
However, after that, he has still not been fit to play. As per reports, Cummins might miss the initial games of the IPL. Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma front runner to lead the SRH side.
Josh Hazlewood doubtful for start of IPL 2026
Harshit Rana, who underwent knee surgery after picking up an injury during the warm-up match of the T20 World Cup against South Africa. He has been ruled out of the IPL, and as per reports, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) might replace him with SRH pacer Simarjeet Singh.
Matheesha Pathirana's manager gives an update on the pacer's availability
Matheesha Pathirana, who was picked by KKR for INR 18 crore, suffered a hamstring injury on 16 February during the T20 World Cup 2026. He has almost completed his recovery. On Monday, the pacer's manager posted a picture of the player in KKR colours on X (formerly Twitter), confirming his participation in the season IPL.
Wanindu Hasaranga doubtful for IPL
Wanindu Hasaranga has been doubtful for the IPL. The Sri Lankan spinner has spent most of the time out with various injuries. He was picked by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a base price. However, he suffered a hamstring injury during the T20 World Cup and is set to miss the IPL, as per reports.
South Africa and West Indies players also doubtful for the IPL
The West Indies and South Africa players faced travelling issues during the T20 World Cup. They only travelled back a few weeks ago due to the Middle East conflict, and transit hubs like Dubai and Doha temporarily restricted airspace. Rising prices and limited flights could complicate travel plans for teams and franchises, making it tough for overseas players to get to India on time for the IPL.
Romario Shepherd (RCB), Shimron Hetmyer (RR), Sherfane Rutherford (MI), Jason Holder (GT), and Akeal Hosein (CSK).
Anrich Nortje (LSG), Quinton de Kock (MI), David Miller (DC), Lungi Ngidi (DC), Aiden Markram (LSG), Ryan Rickelton (MI), Corbin Bosch (MI), Kagiso Rabada (GT), Dewald Brevis (CSK), Tristan Stubbs (DC).
Blessing Muzarabani replaces Mustafizur Rahman
Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani has replaced Mustafizur Rahman in the IPL 2026. The Chevrons pacer left the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and will join the KKR camp. The former has been rewarded with an IPL contract after his amazing T20 World Cup 2206.
Mustafizur Rahman was thrown out of IPL 2026
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