US EditionAngry CSK Fans Accuse Chennai Management of Mishandling Ayush Mhatre's Injury, ‘Give Walkover and Go Home’
CSK said the 17-year-old top-order batter will need 6-12 weeks of rehabilitation after a left hamstring injury.
- On Tuesday, Chennai Super Kings announced that batter Ayush Mhatre is ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 after sustaining a left hamstring injury while batting against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, April 18.
- Before his injury, Mhatre emerged as CSK's leading run-getter, scoring 201 runs in six matches at a strike rate of 177.88. He recently struck 73 off 43 balls against Punjab Kings and 59 off 36 against Delhi Capitals.
- The franchise confirmed the recovery requires 6-12 weeks of rehabilitation, ruling out further participation. He sustained the injury while running between the wickets during the match in Hyderabad.
- Injuries have compounded CSK's season as fast bowler Khaleel Ahmed was also ruled out recently. Star player MS Dhoni remains sidelined with a calf strain, deepening the team's woes.
- Sitting eighth in the points table with only two wins from six matches, the team must navigate eight remaining league fixtures without their top scorer. Mhatre's absence significantly complicates their climb up the standings.
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Angry CSK fans accuse Chennai management of mishandling Ayush Mhatre's injury, ‘Give walkover and go home’
Chennai Super Kings face backlash for mishandling Ayush Mhatre, who suffered a serious hamstring injury during a match. Critics question management's decisions, including not using the 'Retired Out' option. Fans express frustration over injuries and team performance in IPL 2026.
Ayush Mhatre Out Of IPL 2026, Ravichandran Ashwin Proposes CSK 'Loan' Move For RCB Teenager: "Opportunity To Make Money"
Chennai Super Kings were dealt a big blow in their IPL 2026 campaign, with top-order batter Ayush Mhatre being ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a hamstring injury.
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IPL 2026 | CSK's Ayush Mhatre ruled out of remainder of tournament due to hamstring injury
CSK injury: Ayush Mhatre is ruled out of IPL 2026 after a hamstring injury during the SRH clash, sidelining him for up to 12 weeks. The setback hits Chennai Super Kings’ campaign as they cope with a key batter missing crucial matches ahead.
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