The participation of Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana in the Asia Cup final versus India has been thrown into jeopardy due to a hamstring strain, the degree of which will be determined on Friday.
During Sri Lanka's two-wicket triumph over Pakistan on Thursday, the mystery spinner hurt his right hamstring while fielding.
"Maheesh Theekshana has strained his right hamstring. The player will undergo a scan tomorrow to fully assess his condition," Sri Lanka Cricket posted on X on Thursday.
While Sri Lanka was bowling, Theekshana left the pitch several times. He was observed staggering but finished his nine-over spell in the 42-over-per-side battle before being carried off the pitch in the 39th over by the Sri Lankan dugout members.
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Theekshana's injury exacerbates Sri Lanka's problems. They already lack Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Madushanka, and Lahiru Kumara.
On Sunday, Sri Lanka will face India in the final.
(With PTI inputs)
