The other day, Matheesha Pathirana limped off the field due to an injury. These are worrying signs for CSK, who are dependent on the youngster for the death overs. Already, Devon Conway is more or less ruled out of IPL. Now, Pathirana’s absence might cause more problems for the same. CSK will have to prepare for the worst scenario and hence, should also think of the potential replacement options. Here, we take a look at the list of three former players CSK could target if Matheesha Pathirana is ruled out of IPL 2024.
1) Matt Henry
Matt Henry was once a part of the CSK outfit but did not play a game. He is someone CSK can target if Pathirana is ruled out of the upcoming season.
Henry is someone who can bowl at various phases of an innings. He is definitely a good option with the new ball and in the middle overs. Hence, he is a part of this list.
2) Sisanda Magala
Sisanda Magala is one of the former players CSK could target if Matheesha Pathirana is ruled out of IPL 2024. It was the last season that he was a part of the setup. However, he got injured again.
He is someone who can bowl at the death. Magala can also hit the deck hard. Hence, he could be the right choice, if he is fit, to replace Pathirana for IPL 2024.
3) Adam Milne
Adam Milne was a part of the CSK setup but got injured and was later not retained by the side. Although he also has fitness concerns, he could still be a decent signing for the side.
Milne is someone who can hit the deck hard. With two bouncers allowed in an over, he would be a suitable choice to have for the middle overs. Of course, he can also bowl at the death. Therefore, in the market, he is one of the realistic options available.
