Following their satisfactory completion of the physical performance tests, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Friday granted Dushmantha Chameera, Pathum Nissanka, and Kamindu Mendis a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to compete in IPL 2026.
All-rounder Kamindu Mendis has been retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad, while pacer Chameera and opener Nissanka will play for the Delhi Capitals in the forthcoming IPL.
“Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) wishes to announce that players who have requested to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will be issued only upon successfully passing SLC’s mandatory Physical Performance Test,” the governing body said in a statement.
“At present, SLC is conducting an eight-week specialized physical training program for all nationally contracted players. This initiative aims to enhance players’ physical performance standards in preparation for upcoming international assignments.
“Accordingly, Dushmantha Chameera, Pathum Nissanka, and Kamindu Mendis have been issued NOCs to participate in the IPL,” the SLC added.
Matheesha Pathirana (Kolkata Knight Riders), Eshan Malinga (SRH), Wanindu Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), and Nuwan Thushara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) would have to wait for their NOCs.
“Nuwan Thushara’s eligibility for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to participate in the IPL will be subject to the outcome of his Physical Performance Test.
“Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, and Matheesha Pathirana, who have requested NOCs to participate in IPL 2026, are yet to undergo the Physical Performance Test.
“They are still undergoing rehabilitation to recover from injuries sustained. The respective players will undergo the tests upon completion of their recovery and rehabilitation programs,” the SLC noted.
