Delhi: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is going to resume from Saturday, ie 17 May, and in such a situation, teams are constantly making efforts to maintain the availability of their foreign players. On Thursday, three teams made changes in their squad.
Punjab Kings: Kyle Jamison replaces Lee Lucky Ferguson
Punjab Kings (PBKS) have included his own compatriot Kail Jeomeson in the team in place of New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson. Ferguson suffered a hamstring injury in a high-scoring match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on 12 April. Jamison has been signed for Rs 2 crore. He represented Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2021 and could not play for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2023, why he was injured.
Gujarat Titans: Kusal Mendis will play in playoffs instead of Jose Butler
The Gujarat Titans (GT) has included Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis in the team for the playoffs (still the round) in the absence of England wicketkeeper batsman Jose Butler. Butler will play only three matches of the league stage and after that he will not be able to play the playoffs due to international commitments. Mendis is included only for the playoffs and this change will be effective from 26 May. He has been signed for 75 lakh rupees.
Lucknow Super Giants: Mayank Yadav again injured
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) young Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav has once again suffered a back injury and has been out of the entire season. Mayank had played only two matches this season, even before he could not play due to back injury. He was retained by Lucknow for Rs 11 crore before the mega auction. Now New Zealand fast bowler William O’Rurke has been included in the team for Rs 3 crore.
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