IPL 2025: Matheesha Pathirana ruled out from CSK vs RCB match due to injury

Matheesha Pathirana, the key pacer of the Chennai Super Kings, has been ruled out of the highly anticipated clash against RCB on 28 March. Notably, the pacer had also missed the first match of CSK against MI. 

According to the Indian Express, the CSK head coach, Stephen Fleming, confirms the unavailability of pacer for the game against RCB. He mentioned that Matheesha Pathirana, who also missed the first match, is still recovering from his injury. 

Pathirana is recovering from injury: Stephen Fleming. So don’t expect him to play tomorrow.

— Venkata Krishna B (@venkatatweets) March 27, 2025

However, CSK has a lot of options in their squad. Khaleel Ahmad performed amazingly well against MI, taking three wickets of Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, and Trent Boult. Nathan Ellis also did well, and Sam Curran also bowled one over in the first match.

About CSK vs RCB

CSK vs RCB is set to be played on 28 March at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai. The match is going to be an exciting contest, especially after their thrilling encounter in 2024, when RCB snatched the final playoff spot from CSK at the last moment with a dramatic finish at Chinnaswammy. This time, CSK will host RCB at their home, which is known for its spin-friendly surface.

Chennai Super Kings kicked off their IPL 2025 campaign with a win over rivals Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets at their home. The bowling attack of the team performed amazingly well by restricting MI to just 155 and chased down the score comprehensively at the end. Noor Ahmed took 4 wickets while Rachin Ravindra and Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed fifties.

Royal Challengers Banaglore, led by newly appointed captain Rajat Patidar, also won their first game of the season against KKR. They defeated Rahane’s team by 7 wickets, thanks to the amazing performances from Krunal Pandya, Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, and Virat Kohli. The team features a balanced squad for IPL 2025.