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Murali will be out of action for four months!
Sri Lanka's champion off spinner Muttiah Muralitharan is very likely to be out of action for a period of about four months or even more following an intial medical examination in Melbourne yesterday.

Muralitharan who pulled out of the second Test now in progress complaining of a shoulder pain flew to Melbourne on Thursday night for medical attention.

According to team manager Ajith Jayasekera, 'Murali' was examined by Dr. David Young of the Melbourne Hospital. Jayasekera said "Part of the fluid in his right shoulder was removed. Still some fluid is remaining and also there is a cyst on his shoulder. He will have to undergo further medical attention in Melbourne and we expect a report on his condition soon".

Meanwhile Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will soon have to decide whether Muralitharan should be subjected to the full course of treatment or else put back on track after a 'patch-up' job.Sri Lanka was initially looking at getting Muralitharan back for next months ICC champion trophy.

The Sunday Times learns from reliable sources it is very likely that 'Murali' will undergo surgery and seek a somewhat permanent solution to his injury. This would be the best option in the long run for the Lankan off spinner. It will effectively mean that the current world record holder for the highest number of test wickets will not be seen in action for the rest of the year.

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