Ayush Mhatre injury bombshell: CSK youngster ruled out of IPL 2026

Chennai Super Kings' top-order batter Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 due to a left hamstring injury sustained during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The injury occurred while Mhatre was batting and will require a rehabilitation period of six to 12 weeks, effectively ending his campaign this season. The franchise wishes Mhatre a speedy recovery.