Big big loss: CSK hit by Mhatre injury

Chennai Super Kings have been dealt a major blow with young batter Ayush Mhatre sustaining a hamstring tear, which “looks pretty bad”, during their IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The 18-year-old, who came in as an impact substitute, appeared in visible discomfort and clutched his hamstring while attempting a run, requiring on-field treatment during CSK’s 10-run loss to SRH here on Saturday. “Obviously, a hamstring tear. I don’t know how bad it is. I’m sure we’ll scan him probably tomorrow or the next day,” batting coach Mike Hussey said at the post-match press conference.

The Australian added that Mhatre will undergo scans to assess the extent of the injury, with the recovery timeline remaining uncertain, although a hamstring tear can take up to six months to heal, depending on its severity.