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Who is Kugadas Mathulan? 17-Year-Old Sri Lankan Pacer Poised to Join CSK Camp Ahead Of IPL 2024

Kugadas Mathulan is currently in Chennai and under the observance of CSK’s coaching staff [x.com]Kugadas Mathulan is currently in Chennai and under the observance of CSK’s coaching staff [x.com]

In an exciting development for cricket fans, the spotlight shines on 17-year-old Sri Lankan pacer, Kugadas Mathulan, as he sets his sights on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) camp ahead of IPL 2024. Hailing from Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Kugadas Mathulan's journey to the cricketing world's forefront has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Starting his ascent with stellar performances in age-group tournaments and state-level competitions for St. John's College, Kugadas Mathulan's raw pace and unique slingy action caught the attention of CSK scouts.

Comparisons to the legendary Lasith Malinga have swiftly followed, with Kugadas Mathulan's ability to trouble batters with deceptive variations and toe-crushing yorkers earning him widespread acclaim.

A recent viral video showcasing his sensational yorker during a match between St. John's College and Jaffna Central College further fueled excitement surrounding his talent. 

With CSK facing setbacks due to injuries to players like Devon Conway and Matheesha Pathirana, the hunt for a suitable replacement intensified, with Kugadas Mathulan emerging as a potential candidate.

CSK's captain, MS Dhoni, personally expressed interest in analyzing Kugadas Mathulan's bowling skills after witnessing clips of his performances. However, it remains uncertain whether Kugadas Mathulan will officially join the CSK squad or serve as a net bowler for the team.

Nonetheless, with his remarkable skills, there's a possibility that he might don the yellow jersey in the future.

As CSK gears up for their quest to clinch their sixth IPL title, all eyes are on their opening match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on March 22 at the iconic Chepauk stadium.