In a major setback for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), all-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a hamstring injury, the franchise confirmed on Thursday.
Sundar had a slow start to his campaign in the ongoing season, failing to make a significant contribution with his batting and bowling skills, remaining wicketless in the first six games. However, the 24-year-old regained his rhythm in the team's most recent fixture against Delhi Capitals, claiming three wickets in an over for returns of 3 for 24. He also scored a brisk 15-ball 24 not out.
"Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the IPL 2023 due to a hamstring injury. Speedy recovery, Washi," SRH tweeted on Thursday.
In the seven matches played so far, Sundar has scored 60 runs and picked up three wickets.
SRH, the 2016 champions, are currently struggling in the bottom half of the table, sitting at the ninth position with just two wins in seven games. With Sundar's absence, the team will face a tough challenge as they take on the Capitals again in the return fixture at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 29.