Royal Challengers Bengaluru had signed Nuwan Thushara for Rs 1.60 crore at the 2025 mega auction. Josh Hazlewood was unavailable during the early part of the season. New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy replaced Hazlewood in the playing XI and delivered impressive performances for the defending champions.
Arulpragasam explained that continuing the case was no longer necessary, as Thushara no longer wished to pursue the application for a No Objection Certificate. The court allowed Thushara to withdraw the case. The Colombo District Court then dismissed the petition related to the NOC.
Nuwan Thushara Denied NOC as Sri Lanka Cricket Enforces Strict Fitness Rules
Sri Lanka Cricket denied Nuwan Thushara a No Objection Certificate, citing that he did not meet the required fitness standards. Thushara argued in his legal petition that his fitness levels had remained consistent throughout his career and that he had not faced such restrictions in previous tournaments.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) signing Matheesha Pathirana and spinner Wanindu Hasaranga could not travel for the IPL. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad players Eshan Malinga and Kamindu Mendis were cleared and joined the franchise for the season.
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Without the NOC, his deal with Royal Challengers Bengaluru could not go through. His central contract with Sri Lanka Cricket also ended on March 31, and he reportedly chose not to renew it, informing the board about his plan to step away from international cricket.
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