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CSK pacer Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026 with injury: Reports
- Chennai Super Kings' left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2026 Indian Premier League season due to a grade 2 quadriceps tear, with recovery expected to exceed 12 weeks.
- Khaleel sustained the injury on Tuesday, April 14, while bowling against the Kolkata Knight Riders, experiencing pain in his right hip during the 17th over of CSK's 32-run victory.
- The pacer had maintained an economy rate of 8.67 across five matches, the second-best among CSK bowlers, while the team already faced absences of former captain MS Dhoni and Nathan Ellis due to injuries.
- To address the pace attack vacancy, Chennai Super Kings may turn to domestic options Mukesh Choudhary or Ramakrishna Ghosh as they prepare for Saturday's match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad.
- While Khaleel begins a 10-12 week rehabilitation, the franchise awaits the return of Spencer Johnson and former captain Dhoni, who is targeting a comeback against the Mumbai Indians on April 23.
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Blow for CSK as Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of tournament with quadriceps injury
CSK's Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026 with quadriceps tear after pain during KKR clash. Left-arm pacer faces 10-12 weeks rehab, denting Chennai Super Kings pace attack and campaign momentum in season.
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Massive blow for CSK! Pacer Khaleel Ahmed ruled out of IPL 2026, Know reason
Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 campaign seemed to be coming back on track after consecutive wins, especially in the aftermath of three losses at the start of the tournament. But they have now been dealt a huge blow as their left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a quadriceps injury. He experienced pain in his right hip while bowling during the previous game against the Kolk…
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