LPL 2020: Irfan Pathan suffers unfortunate injury in comeback match for Kandy Tuskers

Irfan Pathan has been a very popular name amongst cricket fans in India. cricketer was touted as next big thing in Indian cricket with his all-round abilities. While he did enjoy a prosperous career and was a part of several memorable wins for country, a certain section of fans believe that his potential was t fully utilized as frequent injuries curtailed left-hander's career. player's inclusion in Kandy Tuskers squad for Lanka Premier League (LPL 2020) promised great things and had fans excited.

Uncertainty looms over Irfan Pathan's future in LPL 2020 

opening clash of Sri Lanka-based T20 competition proved to be a blockbuster one. Kandy Tuskers took on Colombo Kings, and both sides boasted of a strong line-up. It was a run feast at  Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. Kandy Tuskers enthralled fans with an exceptional batting performance as y piled on 219 runs. However, Indian fans were left disappointed as Irfan Pathan did t get to bat. 

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Much to delight of viewers, left-arm medium-pace bowler was given new ball by captain Kusal Perera. star showed signs of rust in his first over and almost sent Dinesh Chandimal packing with a slower delivery. Baroda-born cricketer visibly struggled in his second over of match, as he was taken to cleaners by Chandimal. However, after bowling five balls, Pathan reportedly pulled his hamstring and had to walk back off field. 

He did t return to field in contest. This could be a huge concern for Kandy Tuskers unit, as Irfan Pathan was a vital cog in ir bowling line-up.  While re has been official statement from player or team regarding seriousness of injury, a hamstring injury could rule him out for several matches in competition. 

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LPL schedule: 

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Irfan Pathan LPL salary

former India player is one of highest-paid cricketers in league. cricketer will earn a handsome paycheck of USD 60,000 (approx ₹44 lakh) for representing Kandy Tuskers team in LPL 2020. Team manment will be hoping for a quick recovery for Pathan. 

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Kandy Tuskers squad

Kusal Perera (captain), Kusal Mendis, Nuwan Pradeep, Kevin Kottigoda, Vishwa Fernando, Seekkuge Prasanna, Asela Guneratne, Naveen-ul-Haq, Kamindu Mendis, Dilruwan Perera, Priyamal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Kavisha Anjula, Lasith Embuldeniya, Lahiru Samarakoon, Nishan Madushka, Chamika Edirisinghe, Ishan Jayaratne, Irfan Pathan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sohail Tanveer, Munaf Patel, Dale Steyn, Brendan Taylor

Im source: Lanka Premier League Twitter