The standoff between fast bowler Nuwan Thushara and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has intensified, effectively ending his hopes of participating in the early stages of IPL 2026. Thushara, who was retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for ₹1.60 crore, has been denied a No Objection Certificate (NOC) by the board, leading the cricketer to seek legal intervention.
The conflict centers on SLC's recently implemented fitness policy. Under these new regulations, any player wishing to compete in overseas T20 leagues must meet specific fitness benchmarks. Although Thushara is not currently injured, SLC maintains that he failed to meet these heightened standards, thus disqualifying him for an NOC.
Thushara, however, argues that the board's decision is unjustified. In his petition to Colombo District Court, he highlighted several key points:
This legal deadlock is a major blow for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Known for his "Malinga-esque" slinging action and lethal yorkers, Thushara was expected to be a vital component of their death-bowling attack. With the next hearing set for late April, it is increasingly likely that RCB will need to seek a replacement player if the row isn't resolved immediately.
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