Matheesha Pathirana Cleared for IPL 2026 Return to Bolster Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders
Summary
Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana has been cleared to join Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 after recovering from injury, boosting the team's struggling bowling lineup.
Key Points
- Matheesha Pathirana has passed the fitness test and received NOC to travel to India for IPL 2026.
- Pathirana will arrive on April 17 and be available for selection from April 19 pending medical clearance.
- Kolkata Knight Riders have performed poorly this season, currently at the bottom of the points table.
- Key bowlers have been injured or released, weakening Kolkata's bowling attack, making Pathirana's return crucial.
