IPL 2026: Matheesha Pathirana cleared to join Kolkata Knight Riders in major boost

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has received a significant boost with the arrival of Matheesha Pathirana, who has received his No Objection Certificate to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Pathirana, a Sri Lankan pacer, had been uncertain due to a left-leg injury but is now set to link up with the squad ahead of their upcoming fixtures. His experience will be crucial for KKR's bowling unit, which has lacked consistency.