Can Matheesha Pathirana Be CSK's Game-Changer In IPL 2025? Take A Look At Ace Pacer's Stats

Matheesha Pathirana's bowling record (Source:@HustlerCSK,x.com)

The much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to kick off with a blockbuster encounter between KKR and RCB. However, it is the CSK who will take center stage on March 23 as they face their arch-rivals, MI, in what promises to be a thrilling clash at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

CSK, coming off a disappointing season in 2024 where they missed out on a playoff berth under captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, will look to bounce back in style this year. One of the key players who will play a crucial role for CSK’s is pacer Matheesha Pathirana.

Known for his lethal death-over bowling, Pathirana’s ability to deliver under pressure has been a standout feature of his game.  As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, all eyes will be on how CSK deploys their star pacer. With the pressure on, Matheesha Pathirana’s performance could very well determine the course of CSK’s campaign this year. 

So ahead of IPL 2025, in this article, let's take a look at the Matheesha Pathirana's bowling record. 

Matheesha Pathirana's Overall Bowling Record In IPL

It is important to mention that Matheesha Pathirana has played 20 IPL for Chennai Super Kings. Taking a look at the stats, in the 20 matches, he has taken 34 wickets at an average of 17.41 with a strike-rate of 13.26 and an economy of 7.87. 

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Matheesha Pathirana's Overall Bowling Performance In Home and Away Matches

Matheesha Pathirana's Bowling Performance In Away Matches

Matheesha Pathirana has played 11 away matches, in which he has taken 19 wickets at an average of 18.02 and a strike rate of 13.03. His economy is 8.18 in the away matches. This demonstrates his strong record when bowling in familiar conditions.

Matheesha Pathirana's Bowling Performance In Home Matches

At home, Matheesha Pathirana has played 9 home matches, he has scalped 15 wickets at an average 16.47 and at an economy of 7.48. His strike-rate is around 13.20. 

Matheesha Pathirana's Bowling Performance By Opponent

Conclusion

It is important to mention that CSK has shown great confidence in Pathirana’s abilities by retaining him for the 2025 season for a hefty sum of ₹13 crore. This reflects not only his importance to the team but also his value in a format where fast bowlers capable of delivering under pressure are in high demand. 

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