For INR 18 crore, KKR bought Matheesha Pathirana from the auction ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League. Due to fresh guidelines issued by the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), the pacer is gradually uncertain about playing the league from the beginning. As of now, there are high chances to see KKR playing their first few IPL 2026 matches without the service of the slinger.
"At present, SLC is conducting an eight-week specialized physical training program for all nationally contracted players. This initiative aims to enhance players' physical performance standards in preparation for upcoming international assignments. Along with this program, players are also undergoing the mandatory physical performance tests, a routine process followed to check the fitness standards of the players," the Sri Lanka cricket board said in an official statement days before the beginning of IPL 2026.
Why does the Sri Lanka Cricket Board make the fitness tests necessary for its stars?
On March 21, ESPNcricinfo reported that the board sanctioned the strict player fitness guideline, which might be to keep their key players ready for the team's upcoming international assignment, which is at the end of May.
Which IPL 2026 matches can Matheesha Pathirana miss?
Now, the latest claims suggest that Matheesha Pathirana, the star pacer of the Island nation, can join the Kolkata Knight Riders by April 6, which means he can miss the two to three matches.
Matheesha Pathirana received a calf injury during the T20 World Cup 2026. Since then, he has been recovering from it. It is noticed that both SLC and the bowlers are keen on making the rehabilitation as effective as possible.
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