Lucknow Super Giants are currently without their Sri Lankan allrounder Wanindu Hasaranga, who is recovering from a hamstring injury sustained while playing for Sri Lanka at the 2026 T20 World Cup. Hasaranga was acquired at his base price of ₹2 crore during the IPL mini auction last year. Reports indicate that he may not return to play 'anytime soon' as he has not yet requested a No Objection Certificate (NOC), which is required for Sri Lankan players with IPL contracts to participate in the tournament. Although Hasaranga has been able to bat during a training camp at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, he has yet to resume bowling. It has now been nearly two months since he last participated in a competitive match, raising concerns about his availability for the ongoing IPL season.