KKR's Pathirana Injury Leads to Tactical Shuffle in IPL 2026

In a thrilling showdown at Eden Gardens on May 16, KKR triumphed over GT by 29 runs, but not without a hiccup! Matheesha Pathirana hobbled off with a hamstring injury after just 1.2 overs. Mohit Sharma cheered on KKR’s Ajinkya Rahane for brilliantly juggling three players to fill the gap left by Pathirana. Now, KKR sits seventh and gears up to face MI next!

Quick rundown

1.KKR's tactical win despite Pathirana's injury.

2.Ajinkya Rahane praised for strategic captaincy.

3.Cameron Green stepped up in crucial moments.

4.Pathirana's return marred by injury setback.

5.KKR to face Mumbai Indians next at home.

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