In a press release, the LSG confirmed that Suryansh Shedge had joined the group as Unadkat’s substitute for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. The franchise acquired Shedge for Rs 20 lakh.
“Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Thursday brought Suryansh Shedge on board as a replacement for the injured Jaydev Unadkat for the remainder of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023,” LSG stated in a press release.
Suryansh Shedge, a 20-year-old participant, had beforehand been included in Mumbai’s 17-member Ranji squad within the earlier season. He showcased his abilities by scoring 184 runs in eight video games and taking 12 wickets within the U-25 State A Trophy.
Unadkat’s damage occurred on the identical day as that of LSG’s common captain, KL Rahul, who injured his proper leg whereas chasing a ball within the outfield throughout a match in opposition to the Royal Challengers Bangalore on May 1.
Currently, of their second IPL season, the Lucknow Super Giants are positioned third within the standings with 15 factors from 13 matches. With seven wins and 5 losses thus far, their playoff prospects hinge on an important must-win recreation in opposition to the Kolkata Knight Riders in Kolkata on Saturday.
(With inputs from PTI)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com