Ayush Mhatre (BCCI/IPL Photo) Chennai Super Kings top-order batsman Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out for the rest of IPL 2026 after sustaining a left hamstring injury during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on 18 April.The franchise confirmed the development in an official statement on Monday, adding that the injury will require a rehabilitation period of six to 12 weeks, effectively ending Mhatra’s campaign this season.
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Stephen Fleming on CSK’s overhaul, pressure player rule and impact on bowling ”Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out for the rest of IPL 2026 due to a left hamstring injury sustained while batting during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18.Ayush’s injury will require a rehabilitation period of 6-12 weeks.We wish Ayush a speedy recovery,” the franchise said in a statement on social media.The 18-year-old ran out before opening his account and made SRH pay, smashing Praful Hinge for 24 runs in the third over and racing to 30 off 13 balls (five fours, one six) as CSK surged to 60/1 in four overs.However, Mhatre pulled up while attempting the double and was in visible discomfort after injuring his hamstring. His limited movement was evident and he fell two balls later. The setback proved decisive and put SRH’s power on the road as they went on to win by 10 runs.Before the injury, Mhatre was in sensational form and proved to be a vital top-order batsman for CSK with a strike tally close to 180. He scored 201 runs in 6 matches with a stunning strike tally of 177. 88. He scored two fifties.
Injury scare for CSK
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have faced significant injury hurdles at the start of IPL 2026, led by veteran MS Dhoni (calf strain), pacer Khaleel Ahmed is also out with a 2nd quadriceps tear, while Nathan Ellis was ruled out earlier and young batsman Ayush Mhatre (early hamstring tear) is now ruled out.CSK now face a big challenge with many injuries in the middle of the season. They may have to look for quick replacements as the tournament is still long and they need to capitalize on the winning momentum they have just built.
