Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana returns strongly with 1/18 in a rain-shortened T20I, marking a comeback after injury and form struggles.

Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana took 1/18 in four overs during a rain-affected T20I loss to England, marking a strong comeback after a year-and-a-half of injury and form struggles. He credited former legend Lasith Malinga and Sri Lanka Cricket coaches for his revival, attributing progress to increased practice and rehabilitation. His bowling showed improved control, consistent pace up to 148 kph, and fewer wides. After being released by Chennai Super Kings, he was signed by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 18 crores. His resurgence, alongside performances by Dushmanta Chameera and Eshan Malinga, strengthens Sri Lanka’s fast-bowling attack ahead of the T20 World Cup.