As was reported by TimesofIndia.com two days ago, Lucknow Super Giants have acquired Shardul Thakur as a replacement player after he went unsold in the initial auction. He will replace injured Mohsin Khan in the team.
LSG’s first match under their new captain Rishabh Pant is scheduled against Delhi Capitals on Monday.
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“The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have named Shardul Thakur as a replacement for left-arm fast bowler Mohsin Khan, who has been ruled out of the 18th season of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) due to injury,” announced the franchise.
“Thakur, an experienced all-rounder, has been signed from the Registered Available Player Pool (RAPP) at his reserve price of INR 2 crore.”
“A proven performer across all three formats for India, he brings valuable IPL experience, having played 95 matches for five franchises.”
Thakur has already joined the LSG squad in Visakhapatnam.
After recovering from foot surgery, Thakur showcased impressive performance in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai, scoring 505 runs and taking 35 wickets in nine matches. He had initially signed with Essex for county cricket.
Thakur had informed Essex about his potential availability for IPL if any team required a replacement player.
Mohsin Khan suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee during the Vijay Hazare Trophy in December.
Despite his injury, Mohsin joined the LSG camp and is currently undergoing rehabilitation with the team’s support staff to plan his recovery.
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