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Despite trading in Mohammed Shami and retaining Mayank Yadav, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) desperately need a death-overs specialist ahead of the IPL 2026 season. Matheesha Pathirana's unique sling-action and pinpoint yorkers make him one of the best death bowlers in the world. The young Sri Lankan pacer would provide LSG with an elite overseas pace option for the IPL 2026 season. (Pic credit: IANS) 2 / 8

Matheesha Pathirana's IPL career, primarily for Chennai Super Kings, spans 32 matches where he has taken 47 wickets at an average of 21.62 and an overall economy rate of 8.68. He was a key contributor in CSK's title win in 2023, where he took 19 wickets in 12 matches. (Pic credit: IANS) 3 / 8

After releasing India spinner Ravi Bishnoi ahead of the IPL 2026 auction

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