Shardul Thakur has crafted a remarkable change in IPL 2025, shifting his status from being overlooked during the auction to becoming a match-winner for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). His brilliant display against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) not only secured a crucial five-wicket win for LSG but also positioned him at the forefront of the tournament’s wicket-taking rankings, granting him the sought-after Purple Cap.
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From Being Overlooked to IPL Stardom
Left without a squad, Thakur got his chance when LSG recruited him in place of injured pacer Mohsin Khan. He grabbed the opportunity, taking the best IPL spell of his career – 4/34 – to help limit SRH to 190. His capacity for disrupting important partnerships was pivotal in turning the tide of the game in LSG’s direction.
Consistent Impact in the Tournament
Thakur’s style was on display from LSG’s first game against Delhi Capitals (DC), where he was their best bowler even in the narrow one-wicket loss by the team. His 2/19 in those middle overs reflected his accuracy and impact, setting the platform for his superb season.
Through his exemplary performances, Thakur has not only proved LSG’s trust in him but also proved his critics wrong. His comeback in IPL 2025 is a testimonial of perseverance and talent, demonstrating that failures can be stepping stones for even larger successes.
