Sri Lanka and New Zealand suffered major blows in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as star all-rounders Wanindu Hasaranga and Michael Bracewell were ruled out due to injuries.
Hasaranga sustained a severe left hamstring tear during Sri Lanka’s opener against Ireland and was replaced by Deshan Hemantha.
New Zealand, meanwhile, lost Bracewell after he aggravated a calf injury during warm-ups in Chennai, prompting the inclusion of Cole McConchie. The double setback comes at a crucial stage of the tournament, forcing both teams to reshuffle their combinations as they continue their World Cup campaigns.