Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out of T20 World Cup Due to Hamstring Injury
Summary
Sri Lanka's all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the 2026 T20 World Cup due to a serious hamstring injury sustained in the opening match against Ireland.
Key Points
- Wanindu Hasaranga sustained a serious hamstring injury during the first T20 World Cup match against Ireland.
- An MRI scan confirmed the injury, ruling Hasaranga out of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
- Dunith Wellalage has been named as Hasaranga's replacement in the Sri Lankan squad.
- Sri Lanka will play upcoming group stage matches without Hasaranga, including games against Oman, Australia, and Zimbabwe.
