**Asia Cup 2025: Why Matheesha Pathirana Will Miss Pakistan Clash**
*By Parth Dhall | Sep 23, 2025, 07:34 PM*
In a major setback for Sri Lanka, star pacer Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out of their crucial Super 4 match against Pakistan in the 2025 Men’s T20 Asia Cup. The announcement came from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) just ahead of the toss at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
SLC informed that Pathirana is currently unwell and undergoing medical treatment. This news is particularly concerning as both Pakistan and Sri Lanka have already suffered defeats in their opening Super 4 matches, making this encounter a must-win for both sides.
**Team Adjustments and Player Fitness**
Pathirana missed the team’s practice sessions over the last two days due to his illness, confirming his unavailability for selection. SLC released an official statement saying, “Matheesha Pathirana is unwell and will not be available for selection for today’s game against Pakistan.”
Known for his slingy bowling action, Pathirana has been a key x-factor for Sri Lanka in white-ball cricket. Despite his impact, his career has unfortunately been plagued by recurrent injuries.
**Performance Overview**
In this Asia Cup, Pathirana has featured in only one match, where he conceded 42 runs without taking a wicket against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi. Overall, the young pacer boasts an impressive record in T20 internationals, having taken 31 wickets at an average of 18.25.
Sri Lanka will undoubtedly feel the absence of Pathirana as they look to bounce back in this important clash against Pakistan.
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