Massive blow for Mumbai Indians as Dilshan Madushanka suffers hamstring injury ahead of IPL 2024

Mumbai Indians acquired Dilshan Madushanka for 4.6 crores at the IPL 2024 auction.

Sri Lanka’s left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka had a terrific ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign for his side and finished as third highest wicket-taker in the tournament. After his five wicket-haul against India at Wankhede, Madushanka became a hot property to get for Mumbai Indians (MI). MI spent 4.6 crores on the Sri Lankan pacer.

Now, MI have suffered a major setback as Dilshan Madushanka sustained hamstring injury during Sri Lanka’s ongoing three-match ODI series against Bangladesh. Madushanka has been ruled out of the final ODI game scheduled to be played at Zahur Ahmed Chaudhary Cricket Stadium in Chattogram. His IPL participation is also in doubt.

Dilshan Madushanka out of third BAN vs SL ODI

The Sri Lanka Cricket posted an official update regarding Madushanka on social media platform X. SLC stated, “Dilshan Madushanka will not further take part in the ongoing tour as the bowler will return to start rehabilitation work after suffering an injury during the 2nd ODI.” Madushanka will go for rehabilitation and work on his comeback.

Dilshan Madushanka suffered an injury while fielding during second ODI against Bangladesh and he was taken for MRI. SLC stated, “Madushanka, who left the field during the second ODI while bowling, has suffered a left hamstring injury, as confirmed by an MRI scan performed on the player.” Madushanka bowled 6.4 overs in second ODI and picked up two wickets.

Madushanka picked up 21 wickets for Sri Lanka in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. He played nine matches for his side in the tournament. MI will play their opening game of the upcoming IPL against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi International Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad on 23rd March.

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