Shardul Thakur To Join LSG As Replacement For IPL 2025? Latest Act Sparks Speculations

Shardul Thakur - (Source:@LSGfanClub/X.com)

In a significant development, there are reports that Lucknow Super Giants might turn their eye towards unsold star Shardul Thakur as one of their replacements. Notably, the former CSK star failed to get any bids during the IPL 2025 mega-auction, but his latest act has sparked speculations that he might be seen in LSG colours for the upcoming season that begins on March 22.

Shardul Thakur Spotted At LSG Training Camp

It is worth noting that the rumour mills started after Shardul Thakur was spotted at the LSG training centre and also celebrated Holi with LSG stars and their captain, Rishabh Pant, in Lucknow. Further, Shardul also donned the LSG training kit, and several pictures of it went viral online.

As of now, LSG have not made provided any update on the matter, but the fans are still confused about whether Shardul would come as a replacement or is just being used as a net bowler. However, it is also to be noted that LSG is struggling with key injuries. 

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Star seamer Mayank Yadav is likely to be ruled out of the first half of the tournament with a back injury. Not just Mayank, but Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan are also yet to receive a green light from the NCA to feature in LSG's first IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals on March 24.

Further, it is worth noting that there were reports that LSG contacted the NCA to declare Mayank Yadav unfit for the entire season so that they can name his replacements. At present, LSG are in deep trouble as they lack seaming options and have just Akash Deep and Shamar Joseph free of injuries. 

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