IPL 2026: Jamie Overton ruled out with thigh injury, CSK sign Dian Forrester as replacement
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Published - 14 May 2026, 03:24 PM• Read time - 2 mins
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have announced a replacement for all-rounder Jamie Overton, who has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026). CSK had earlier informed that Overton suffered a right thigh injury and will be flying back to the UK for further assessment and management.
The England all-rounder has now been ruled out of the tournament, with CSK signing Dian Forrester as his replacement for Rs 75 Lakh. Overton was having a brilliant season, being the second-highest wicket-taker for CSK with 14 scalps from ten innings at an average of 17.78 and an economy of 8.89.
Meanwhile, Forrester made his international debut for South Africa earlier this year during the five-match T20I series against New Zealand and scored 83 runs in five games.
The 25-year-old had a memorable season in the Pakistan Super League 2026 (PSL 2026) for Rawalpindiz, scoring 132 runs from six innings at an average of 44 and a thunderous strike rate of 171.42. The right-arm speedster also scalped two wickets during the season.
Earlier, he also impressed during the SA20 2025-26, playing for Joburg Super Kings. Forrester accumulated 175 runs from eight innings at an average of 58.33 and a strike rate of 165.09, with one half-century to his name.
CSK ranked fifth on points table
Meanwhile, the CSK camp has been hit with several injuries this season, with Overton becoming the fifth player to be ruled out. Earlier, Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre and Ramakrishna Ghosh also suffered season-ending injuries.
Legendary wicketkeeper batter MS Dhoni is also recovering from a calf strain and has yet to play a game this season. CSK are currently ranked fifth on the IPL 2026 points table, with six wins from 11 games, having 12 points.
With three matches remaining in the season, they have a great chance to qualify for the playoffs. They will next take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Friday, May 15, at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.
