Injuries hit IPL pace units: KKR, SRH, RCB face selection headaches

IPL franchises Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru face significant pace bowling concerns due to injuries.

18 Mar, 08:10 — 18 Mar, 11:41

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Several Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises are grappling with significant pace bowling injuries ahead of the upcoming season. This widespread issue across teams like KKR, SRH, and RCB is creating selection dilemmas and could impact team performance.

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YahooMostly Factual14h ago

Injuries hit IPL pace units: KKR, SRH, RCB face selection headaches

IPL franchises Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru face significant pace bowling concerns due to injuries. KKR's Harshit Rana and Matheesha Pathirana are sidelined, while SRH captain Pat Cummins' fitness is uncertain. RCB's Josh Hazlewood is also racing against time to recover, potentially impacting their bowling attack.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual10h ago

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan to lead SRH, Abhishek Sharma also gets new role

Sunrisers Hyderabad has appointed Ishan Kishan as captain for the upcoming IPL season, with Abhishek Sharma as his deputy. This leadership change is in effect until regular captain Pat Cummins recovers from injury. Kishan, a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, brings his explosive form and proven IPL record to the role, aiming to lead the franchise effectively during Cummins' absence.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

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indian-expressMostly Factual10h ago