Relief for KKR: Chris Lynn’s Injury May Not Be That Bad, After All

Coach Jacques Kallis hinting the opener may be in action soon.

Chris Lynn injured his shoulder while fielding during the IPL match against Mumbai Indians. (Photo: BCCI)

Kolkata Knight Riders’ Chris Lynn's injury is not as bad as it was presumed to be, with a good chance that the opener will get back in action very soon, said coach Jacques Kallis.

There were reports that the Queenslander might miss the T20 tournament after featuring in just two matches where he scored big. Lynn hurt his left shoulder while fielding during the four-wicket loss against Mumbai Indians.

The latest injury was the third time Lynn had dislocated the same shoulder in the last two years.

He has gone for his scan. It’s not as bad as we thought. Our medical staff is working overtime to see how quickly we can get him ready and if we can get him ready. There is a good chance we will play a role for us this season

Jacques Kallis, Coach-KKR

Chris Lynn and Gautam Gambhir in action during the IPL. (Photo: BCCI)

Asked if he could put a time to Lynn's return, Kallis said:

It’s still to early to assess. We are not going to rush him. When he feels he is ready to play, the medical staff will qualify when there is a possibility of him playing, we will certainly play him when we can.

Jacques Kallis, Coach-KKR

Lynn had made an impressive start to the IPL, having made 93 off 41 balls against Gujarat Lions and 32 off 24 against Mumbai.

Lynn is so far the highest scorer in this year's IPL with 125 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 192.30