SunRisers Hyderabad’s bowling stocks have further depleted, with fast bowler Brydon Carse ruled out of the Indian Premier League 2026 season. SRH, who already have a thin fast bowling attack due to the unavailability of skipper Pat Cummins, received a further shake-up on Tuesday, April 14.
Carse dealt with a hand injury ahead of SRH’s IPL opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 28 March. Subsequently, he could not recover from the injury. He was expected to be one of the first names on the team sheet this season, especially in the absence of Cummins.
The Indian Cricket Board announced the development through an official press release saying that SRH have signed Sri Lankan fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement.
“Dilshan Madushanka, a left-arm medium pacer, has represented Sri Lanka in 1 Test, 28 ODIs and 19 T20Is and has 70 wickets in international cricket. He will join SRH for INR 75 lakh,” the statement said. Dilshan Madushanka in action (Photo Reuters)
The Sri Lankan bowler was previously a part of Mumbai Indians in the IPL and brings experience of playing in Indian conditions.
Meanwhile, SRH captain Cummins, who is currently in Australia to undergo fitness tests, he is expected to travel back to India on April 17. Cummins, who is also Australia’s captain, will undergo a fitness test on Wednesday and if he passes it, there is a chance he could return to action for SRH.
The Australian has been dealing with a back injury since last July, which saw him miss the T20 World Cup. His only appearance since then was a solitary Ashes Test in December. His prolonged absence has been a problem for both the national team and the franchise, given his key role in the pace attack and leadership duties.
According to a Cricbuzz report, Cummins is likely to pass the fitness test and get NOC from Cricket Australia.
“Cummins, Australia’s captain, will undergo a fitness test at home on Wednesday and if he passes, there is an element of optimism in the franchise. There is a chance he could start playing for them. Cummins is expected to be back in Hyderabad on April 17. SRH will play their next match on Friday, April 18 at home,” the report said.
SRH’s next match is on April 18 against CSK.
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Kingshuk Kusari
Published on:
14 Apr 2026 19:10 IST
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