Kolkata Knight Riders received a significant boost as Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed Matheesha Pathirana is fit and ready for the IPL. This eases concerns over KKR's depleted pace attack, with the young pacer cleared after recovering from a calf strain. His availability, especially as a death-over specialist, is crucial for the franchise's title aspirations.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2026-boost-for-kkr-fit-and-ready-matheesha-pathirana-set-to-join-squad/articleshow/129696867.cms