IPL Auction 2026: Big bids for Matheesha Pathirana as KKR secure elite death-overs specialist for ₹18 crore

Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was sold for a significant sum at the IPL Auction. This sale underscores the high value placed on bowlers skilled in the death overs of T20 cricket. Pathirana, known for his yorkers and closing ability, joins his new franchise after a surprising retention decision by his former team.