Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Has got a big support as the Sri Lankan fast bowler Matisha Pathirana has been officially granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). This development to ‘Baby Malinga’ KKR Paves the way to join the Camp, who are currently struggling at the bottom of the points table. Pathirana, who was bought for a whopping Rs 18 crore in the 2026 mini-auction, on April 14 Chennai Super Kings He is expected to join the team before the important match against India.
Mathisha Pathirana receives NOC from Sri Lanka Cricket to join KKR
Pathirana’s appearance has come on time. The 23-year-old fast bowler had to exit his spell against Australia during the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 due to a leg injury after four balls. His fitness has been a matter of concern for KKR fans, especially after the team had lost a number of leading Indian fast bowlers earlier in the season. Harshit Rana And sky lamp Was lost due to injuries. After being cleared by SLC’s medical team, Pathirana is set to bring his lethal death-bowling expertise to a team that is struggling to restrict runs in the final overs.
KKR’s bid of Rs 18 crore, shocking Pathirana’s former franchise CSK, shows the importance of his unique sling-arm action. During his stint with Chennai, Pathirana took 47 wickets in 32 matches. His stellar 2023 season, in which he took 19 wickets, remains a benchmark of his potential impact. In a season where KKR lack real X-factor in the death overs, Pathirana is likely to slot straight into the playing XI, replacing the struggling overseas options Blessing Muzarabani To partner with players like.
Tough times for KKR: Will the new entrant be able to stop the disappointing performance?
The Knight Riders are currently facing one of the most disappointing starts in IPL history. As of mid-April, KKR are at the bottom of the points table, and are the only team that has not registered a single win in the 19th edition of this tournament. Their only point came from a rain-affected match which punjab kings Played at Eden Gardens against KKR, where the game was stopped with KKR at 25/2. Moreover, the story has been one of lack of opportunities and strategic failures.
captain Ajinkya Rahane There is huge pressure because the team Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad And Lucknow Super Giants Have faced three consecutive defeats against. even cameron greenwho is the most expensive foreign player in the history of the league, is also struggling to find his rhythm, and is not able to provide the explosive all-round contribution KKR expects. With the bowling unit leaking runs and the top order looking weak, the pressure is mounting. CSK The upcoming fight against MA Chidambaram at the Stadium is a ‘must-win’ situation; Another defeat will not only depress morale but could also knock them out of the playoff places by the middle of the season. KKR fans are now expecting Pathirana to deliver a ‘magical spell’ and lead a mid-season revival.
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