NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings suffered another major setback in their injury-hit IPL 2026 campaign after confirming that all-rounder Jamie Overton will return to the UK to assess a right thigh injury.The England international has been one of CSK’s key performers this season, contributing with both bat and ball. In 10 matches, Overton claimed 14 wickets and scored 136 runs, emerging as a crucial overseas option in a campaign already disrupted by multiple injuries.
“Jamie Overton has a right thigh injury and will be returning to the UK for further assessment and management,” CSK said in a statement on Wednesday.The update comes at a difficult time for the five-time champions, who are still in the playoff race but continue to lose players at a worrying rate.
Another injury setback for CSK
Overton is the latest addition to a growing list of unavailable players. Earlier on Wednesday, CSK announced the signing of Macneil Noronha as a replacement for injured all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh.The franchise had already lost Ayush Mhatre and Khaleel Ahmed midway through the season, while Australian quick Nathan Ellis has not played at all. Fellow Australian Spencer Johnson has also remained unavailable for large parts of the campaign.Whereas, former captain MS Dhoni has missed the entire season so far due to a calf issue. Hopes of his return rose briefly on Wednesday after reports suggested he was booked to travel with the team to Lucknow, but those hopes faded after he ultimately did not make the trip.CSK have shown resilience despite the setbacks and remain in contention for a playoff spot. But Overton’s departure leaves a fresh hole in their balance, particularly given his impact with the new ball and lower-order hitting.With every match now carrying playoff consequences, CSK’s challenge is no longer just about results — it is about surviving an injury crisis too.
