US EditionRCB's title hopes might receive major jolt upon IPL 2025 resumption as Josh Hazlewood likely to pull out: Report
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru's key pacer Josh Hazlewood faces doubt over his participation in the resumed IPL 2025 due on May 16 after the league's suspension in India.
- The IPL paused for a week following cross-border tensions, causing several foreign players including Hazlewood to return home amid logistical and security concerns.
- Hazlewood missed RCB's recent match due to a shoulder injury, has been undergoing rehabilitation from past calf and side strains, and now might skip remaining IPL games to prepare for the World Test Championship final.
- Hazlewood has taken 18 wickets in 10 matches this season and Cricket Australia supports players making return decisions case-by-case without penalties, emphasizing his expected selection for the June WTC final.
- Hazlewood's possible withdrawal from IPL 2025 reflects Australia's priority on the Test final starting June 11 at Lord's, highlighting player safety and strategic management amid ongoing IPL uncertainties.
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Josh Hazlewood's return remains in doubt if IPL resumes before WTC final
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Will Josh Hazlewood play in remainder of IPL?
Will Josh Hazlewood play in remainder of IPL? The Indian Premier League 2025 remains in a state of limbo, with fans and franchises awaiting a confirmed restart schedule following the mid-season suspension. So let’s look at the Will Josh Hazlewood play in remainder of IPL? Amid growing uncertainty, one major talking point has emerged: the […] The post Josh Hazlewood’s IPL return in doubt as Australia eye WTC defence appeared first on StumpsandB…
RCB face uncertainty as Josh Hazlewood and Rajat Patidar remain doubtful for IPL 2025 return
As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) weighs the resumption of IPL 2025 following a temporary suspension due to the India-Pakistan border conflict, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) find themselves in a precarious position. Two of their key players –Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood and captain Rajat Patidar –... Read full article at CricketTimes.com
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