Before the Asia Cup final match between India and Sri Lanka on Sunday, September 17. The Sri Lankan team received a significant blow as star bowler Maheesh Theekshana is ruled out of the tournament due to injury.
Injury Blow for Sri Lanka as Maheesh Theekshana Sits Out Asia Cup Final
The clash between India and Sri Lanka is set to take place tomorrow at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo for the Asia Cup 2023 final. However, ahead of this marquee event, the Sri Lankan cricket team has been dealt a major setback. Maheesh Theekshana, a key spin bowler in the team’s bowling lineup, will not be able to participate in the tournament due to injury. He will be unavailable for the Asia Cup final match due to this injury.
Star Bowler’s Absence Raises Questions About Sri Lanka’s Chances Against India
Maheesh Theekshana absence in the Asia Cup 2023 final is attributed to a grade three hamstring injury. Nevertheless, there is optimism within the Sri Lankan team that Theekshana will recover fully in time for the World Cup and will be a part of the Sri Lankan squad for that competition. This comes as a relief for the Sri Lankan team, knowing that he will still be available for the World Cup. Sahan Archige will be included in the team as his replacement.
The injury to Maheesh Theekshana occurred during the match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, where he struggled with a muscle strain. Despite the strain, he managed to bowl 9 overs against Pakistan, taking one wicket while conceding 42 runs.
Injuries have become a recurring issue for the Sri Lankan team
In recent days, injuries to players have become a recurring issue for the Sri Lankan team. Several key players, including Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Madushanka, and Lahiru Kumara, were also sidelined due to injuries and could not participate in the Asia Cup. Maheesh Theekshana injury has once again presented a challenge for the team. It will be interesting to see how the Sri Lankan team performs in the Asia Cup final, whether they miss their main bowler or manage to excel without him.
