Both Sri Lankan players got injured during the recently held T20 World Cup.
Wanindu Hasaranga's participation in IPL 2026 for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) is currently in serious doubt as the Sri Lankan spinner has neither reported to the squad nor provided a definitive timeline for his arrival.
According to a report published in Cricbuzz, Hasaranga has yet to undergo the mandatory fitness test recommended by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to obtain the No Objection Certificate (NOC).
The report also claims that Hasaranga had a batting session at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium, but he did not bowl.
“We don't have any concrete update on Wanindu Hasaranga,” a source was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz.
Hasaranga has been out of action for the last two months. He is recovering from a left hamstring tear sustained during Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 opener against Ireland on February 8.
As per the report, an LSG source indicated that the franchise has no concrete update and it would not be surprising if they move on from Hasaranga to secure a replacement.
The Super Giants are reportedly evaluating alternatives from the replacement list (RAPP), with potential options including Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mohammad Nabi, Liam Dawson, and Rehan Ahmed.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) ₹18 crore recruit, Matheesha Pathirana, is nearing fitness after a February 2026 T20 World Cup leg injury.
The Sri Lankan speedster has reportedly started bowling in the nets, though not at full intensity. KKR remain confident of his availability for IPL 2026.
(With Cricbuzz Inputs)