New Delhi, Feb. 10 -- Sri Lanka suffers a major blow as their star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2026 due to a left hamstring injury sustained during their opening match against Ireland in Colombo.

The 28-year-old, who played a crucial role in Sri Lanka's 20-run win against Ireland, underwent an MRI scan confirming the injury. Hasaranga has battled injury for several years now, ESPNcricinfo reported.

Hasaranga completed his spell, taking 3 for 25 in four overs to derail Ireland's spirited chase of 164. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to approve a replacement, but Hasaranga is likely to be replaced in the squad by fellow leg-spin bowling all-rounder Dushan Hemantha.

Hemantha, 31, ha...