Mathisha Pathirana has traveled a long way since Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has planted a mid-season replacement for the injured Adam Milne during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. He was only 19 years old at that time. Three years later, he is CSK's most reliable pacer in the death over, with the ability to bowl to toe-finger-creature yorker in continuous pace.
The yellow men maintained Sri Lankan seamar for Rs 13 crore in front of the IPL 2025 mega auction. He has started the 18th edition of the IPL by taking two wickets in each of the first two matches.
On Friday, April 4, CSK posted a documentary on its official social media handle, in which Pathirana's mother thanked veteran MS Dhoni, who played an effective role in the development of right -handed pace as a cricketer.
“No words about Dhoni. Actually [like] God. Matheesha, how he respects [his] Father, like [he shows] Dhoni's honor, “Pathirana's mother said in the video.
Pathirana talked about the mentorship role played by Dhoni and received the guidance received by her. The 22 -year -old described the former India captain as his “cricketing father”.
“Dhoni is like my father, due to support and mentorship and guidance he is giving me when I am in CSK,” said Pathirana. “What did my father do in my house.
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Pathirana also recalled his first conversation with Dhoni when he joined the Super Kings setup. The wicketkeeper-better said, “Hi, Mali. How are you?” “Mali” comes from Pathirana's cricketing surname – “Baby Malinga” – Since he took his bowling action on Sri Lankan veteran Lasith Malinga.
“it [Mali] It is very familiar to me, because when we are in Sri Lanka, Mali means younger brother, “Pathirana said.” So that kind of legend calls me 'gardener', wow, it is very good. It's great, “Pathirana said.
Chennai won their first match against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 before losing a back-to-back against Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals. Ruturaj Gikwad -led sides will return to action on Saturday, April 5, as they take MA to Delhi's capitals at Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
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