Chennai Super Kings (CSK) could also be without their in-form batter Ayush Mhatre for around two to a few weeks after he picked up a hamstring injury during their 10-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Saturday, April 18.
The young player was seen walking off the sphere with the support staff after his dismissal, and batting coach Michael Hussey later shared an update that raised concerns.
“Ayush Mhatre has a hamstring tear. I don’t understand how bad it’s, we may have a scan, but it surely looks really bad unfortunately. It may very well be an enormous loss for us, because he has been in nice touch for us. He’s an exciting young talent,” Hussey said after the match. (via The Times Of India.)
As per a report from the Indian Express, Ayush Mhatre is about to undergo medical scans in Mumbai ahead of CSK’s upcoming clash against their rivals, the Mumbai Indians (MI), on Thursday, April 23.
“Mhatre’s injury isn’t as bad as one feared with the batsman not experiencing any pain as of now. Nevertheless, the true extent of the injury could be known only on Monday when he goes for a test. That he has been in a position to walk with none pain suggests, there’s a likelihood of Mhatre coming back at a later stage of the tournament,” the report mentions.
Chennai Super Kings are coping with a major injury setback, with left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed ruled out for the remaining of the season as a consequence of a serious quadriceps tear. The team had already been without overseas quick Nathan Ellis prior to the beginning of the tournament, and MS Dhoni can be within the technique of recovering from a calf injury.
Ayush Mhatre Has Emerged As A Key Batting Force For CSK In IPL 2026
The best-handed batter’s aggressive approach has proved to be a serious boost for CSK in the continued season. With skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad struggling for form, Mhatre has taken charge within the powerplay, making a robust impact at No. 3. In six matches in IPL 2026 to this point, he has gathered 201 runs at a median of 33.50 and a powerful strike rate of 177.87.
After starting his campaign with a duck, he has bounced back remarkably well. In his absence, CSK may have to reshuffle their batting order, with players like Sarfaraz Khan and Matthew Short more likely to step into the No. 3 role.
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