New Delhi, March 13: Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been sidelined from cricket for an extended period due to injuries. With doubts surrounding his participation in IPL 2026, he has already missed the Ashes and the T20 World Cup 2026.
According to reports, Hazlewood is currently dealing with hamstring and Achilles tendon injuries. He is under the supervision of physiotherapists and is awaiting clearance from the medical team to resume play. He can only join the league once he is fully fit.
If Hazlewood remains unfit and unavailable for RCB, the team’s bowling attack could suffer significantly in IPL 2026. Last season, he was a crucial player for RCB, taking 22 wickets in 12 matches and playing a vital role in leading the team to its first championship title in the league’s 18-year history.
Hazlewood sustained his right hamstring injury while playing for New South Wales in November, which ruled him out of the first Test of the Ashes. Subsequently, he faced a new Achilles tendon injury that kept him out of the entire Ashes series and the T20 World Cup.
His IPL career has also been marred by injuries, as he has taken 57 wickets in 39 matches.
RCB is set to play their opening match of IPL 2026 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on March 28 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. There are also concerns regarding SRH captain Pat Cummins’ availability, as he is currently undergoing recovery. Under Cummins’ leadership, SRH has built a substantial fan base with their explosive gameplay.
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