LPL 2022: Chamika Karunaratne hospitalized – Sri Lanka’s all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne lost as many as four teeth while taking a catch in the ongoing Lanka Premier League in Hambantota. Karunaratne badly injured himself after the ball hit him in the face while he was attempting to take the catch on Wednesday. The 26-year-old was then rushed to the hospital for surgery. Karunaratne is expected to return to the field in the later stage of the tournament. Follow LPL 2022 LIVE updates with InsideSport.IN
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LPL 2022: Chamika Karunaratne hospitalized after taking super running catch, Lankan player’s teeth broken – Watch Video
Despite his serious injury, Karunaratne completed the catch
The incident occurred during a match between Galle Gladiators and Kandy Falcons in the ongoing LPL. Nuwanidu Fernando was at the crease as he attempted to drive a wide-length ball over the cover off Carlos Brathwaite’s bowling. However, Fernando mistimed the shot and hit the ball straight in the air. Karunaratne, who is part of the Kandy Falcons squad, took the catch while running behind from point in the 4th over of the first innings.
The ball hit Karunaratne on the face following which he started bleeding. Despite being in severe pain, the Sri Lanka international held on to the catch before passing it on to his teammate. He was immediately taken off the field by the team doctor and was later sent to the hospital for surgery.
Lost 4 teeth, got 30 stitches: Karunaratne on his injury updates
The Sri Lankan all-rounder on Thursday gave an update on his injury. Chamika uploaded a story on his Instagram account and revealed that he had lost four teeth and got 30 stitches. However, Karunaratne got his teeth replaced and vowed to make a comeback stronger than ever.
LPL 2022 will be concluded on December 23
The tournament’s first match was played on December 6 while the final game will be played on December 23. At present, Kandy Falcons and Jaffna Kings have won both of their games and are placed first and second on the points table respectively. Both teams will look to continue their winning run in the competition and reach the final’s of the competition.
LPL 2022: Chamika Karunaratne hospitalized after taking super running catch, Lankan player’s teeth broken – Watch Video
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