Chennai, April 16 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 due to a quadricep injury, confirmed the franchise on Wednesday.

Khaleel sustained an injury to his right quadricep during his side's match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at home in Chepauk Stadium.

A statement issued by CSK said, "OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of IPL 2026 after sustaining a right quadricep injury in the game against KKR. Wishing Khaleel a speedy recovery. #WhistlePodu."

"The injury sustained will take more than 12 weeks to heal," added the statement.

In five matches this season, Khaleel has taken just two wickets in five games at an average of 73...