Kolkata, April 9 -- In a setback for the Lucknow Super Giants, star Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, with the franchise set to announce a replacement in the coming days, according to ESPNcricinfo.

The development was confirmed by LSG's director of cricket, Tom Moody, during their side's away clash against the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens on Thursday. According to the report, Moody said they will name a replacement "in the next 24 to 48 hours."

The report further added that South Africa left-arm spinner George Linde, who hasn't played in the cash-rich league yet, is likely to be named as veteran all-rounder Hasaranga...