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Maheesh Theekshana’s chances of playing in the Asia Cup are in jeopardy as Sri Lanka’s injury troubles worsen.

Maheesh Theekshana of Sri Lanka is in a race against time after suffering an injury during a simulated semifinal match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.

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March 31, 2024
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Maheesh Theekshana's chances of playing in the Asia Cup are in jeopardy as Sri Lanka's injury troubles worsen.

Maheesh Theekshana, a young spinner from Sri Lanka, may not play in the Asia Cup 2023 as he waits for a critical scan after suffering a hamstring injury during the Super Four match against Pakistan. The youthful prodigy injured his right hamstring while making a heroic dive to block Mohammad Rizwan’s sweep shot from going in.

The 23-year-old had already distinguished himself in a nail-biting match by bowling nine economical overs, allowing only 42 runs, and taking Mohammad Nawaz’s vital wicket. Despite the setback from the injury, Sri Lanka was still able to defeat Pakistan in a nail-biting contest, ensuring their place in the eagerly awaited final versus India.

The heroics of Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka’s undefeated 49-run innings, who maintained his composure in a last-ball thriller, allowed for this incredible victory. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board gave an update, writing, “While the Lankan squad nervously awaits the scan results,

Maheesh Theekshana has a hamstring injury in his right leg.

Tomorrow, the player will get a scan to determine his condition completely. Theekshana was hurt during fielding during the present match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, according to a statement from the Sri Lanka Cricket Board on X (previously Twitter).

 

🚨 Maheesh Theekshana has strained his right hamstring.

The player will undergo a scan tomorrow to fully assess his condition.

Theekshana sustained the injury while he was fielding during the ongoing game between Sri Lanka and Pakistan.#AsiaCup2023 #SLvPAK pic.twitter.com/6RTSRxhKNQ

— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) September 14, 2023

What does Sri Lanka’s future hold given the numerous injury concerns?

Due to a significant obstacle, Sri Lanka’s preparations for the eagerly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 final have fallen apart. Right now, the right-arm spinner is battling a bothersome hamstring problem. The Sri Lankan team already struggles due to the absence of Dushmantha Chameera and Wanindu Hasaranga, two important players. This sad setback only exacerbates their situation.

The seriousness of the injury is particularly concerning in view of the upcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2023. Like all other competing nations, Sri Lanka must announce its final World Cup roster by September 28. Theekshana’s likely absence owing to this bothersome ailment casts doubt on the team’s World Cup chances because his contribution is crucial if he can make a prompt recovery from what appears to be a substantial setback.

Tags: Asia CupCharith AsalankaINDIAKusal MendisMAHEESH THEEKSHANAPAKISTANSri lankaWanindu Hasaranga
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