Chennai Super Kings have announced the selection of Karnataka all-rounder Macneil Noronha as a replacement for the injured Ramakrishna Ghosh, according to an IPL media release. Ghosh sustained a foot injury during the match against Mumbai Indians on May 3rd and has been ruled out for the rest of the season. Noronha will join CSK for Rs 30 lakh as Ghosh’s replacement.
Noronha, who hails from Karnataka, was recently honored with the MA Chidambaram Trophy at the BCCI Naman Awards for being the top run-scorer in the 2024-25 Colonel CK Nayudu Trophy (U-23). His impressive performance in the tournament earned him a spot in the Karnataka team for the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy, where he played three matches for his state.
In one of the games against Tripura, the 24-year-old Noronha showcased his all-round skills by scoring a quickfire 34 runs and also picking up a wicket with his off-break bowling. His contributions were crucial in Karnataka’s success in the tournament.
The news of Noronha’s selection as Ghosh’s replacement comes as a boost for Chennai Super Kings, as they look to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season. The team will be hoping that Noronha can replicate his domestic success at the IPL level and make a valuable contribution to their campaign.
The announcement was made on May 13, 2026, as per the information provided at the end of the article.
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