Lasith Malinga

MSK Prasad to be Super Giants' strategic consultant

Former Sri Lanka bowler also disagrees with Dhoni's suggestion that Pathirana "shouldn't even get close" to red-ball cricket

He has a bunch of variations, can touch 150kph, specialises in bowling in the end overs, and has even impressed the OG, Lasith Malinga

The former fast bowler had held a similar role when Sri Lanka visited Australia for a T20I series in February

And how many of them have bagged a pair in the process?

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Paddy Upton joins as "Team Catalyst" and will look after the players' mental well-being

If the short-term role goes well, there is a possibility Malinga could return for other assignments

A quick look at the fast bowler's accomplishments in the shortest format

Malinga retires as the leading wicket-taker in T20Is

He replaces Malinga, who is understood to be out of contention for selection, having not trained with the squad in the past few months

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The West Indian opener has cited injury, and the Sri Lanka fast bowler inadequate preparation time

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Finding players to perform the roles these giants did will not be an easy task for their franchises

James Pattinson could make his IPL debut after being named his replacement

It is understood his father has been ill and Malinga wants to stay back in Colombo