Chennai Super Kings, known for their strategic and often bold decisions, are once again at the centre of IPL buzz. This time, it’s about Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana, whose future with the franchise looks uncertain ahead of the 2026 IPL retention deadline.
According to reports, CSK has decided to release Pathirana into the auction pool, barely a year after retaining him for a massive тВ╣13 crore. The decision stems from ongoing concerns over his fitness, recurring injuries, and the impact of his remodelled bowling action.
Ever since Pathirana adjusted his release point now slightly higher than his original slingy style he has struggled with consistency and rhythm. The CSK support staff tracked him closely during SA20 and the last IPL season but felt his performances dipped significantly.
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The franchise management met on Friday evening to evaluate options. Though Rajasthan Royals had earlier attempted to acquire Pathirana in a trade involving Ravindra Jadeja, CSK initially resisted. However, persistent fitness issues and uncertain recovery timelines forced them to reconsider.
Pathirana was a revelation in CSK’s 2023 title-winning season, delivering fiery yorkers at 140 kmph. But injuries, form fluctuations, and an economy rate of 10.14 in IPL 2024 raised red flags. With Nathan Ellis likely to handle death overs, CSK now seeks a pacer who can also thrive in the powerplay.
Alongside Pathirana, CSK is also set to release Devon Conway, Vijay Shankar, Deepak Hooda, and Rahul Tripathi.Ahead of retention day, they completed a blockbuster trade, Sanju Samson joining CSK, with Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran moving to Rajasthan Royals.
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