Shardul Thakur going unsold in IPL 2025 public sale nonetheless baffling: Robin Uthappa

Robin Uthappa claimed that he finds Shardul Thakur going unsold through the IPL 2025 Public sale nonetheless baffling because the bowling all-rounder continued to play a starring position for Lucknow Tremendous Giants this season. Shardul picked up 4 wickets for LSG in Hyderabad in opposition to SRH, which helped them safe the primary win of the season.

Initially going unsold within the public sale, after taking part in 9 seasons within the IPL, Shardul was introduced in as a substitute participant for the injured Mohsin Khan. The Mumbai all-rounder picked up two wickets within the opener for LSG and continued his wonderful begin to the season on Thursday. Chatting with JioHotstar, Uthappa mentioned that he felt Shardul was unfortunate through the public sale and will have been picked for an excellent worth.

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Uthappa mentioned that Shardul took the setback nicely and made a sensational return.

“They are saying all’s nicely that ends nicely, and proper now, Shardul epitomizes that. He was unfortunate within the auctions—he ought to have been picked and at an excellent worth. However the dynamics of the auctions are unpredictable, and for some purpose, he went unsold. I nonetheless discover it baffling. Nevertheless, he took it on the chin, went again to first-class cricket, and carried out exceptionally nicely. To now come into the IPL and begin off on this style is simply unbelievable.

‘Shardul has a lot to supply’

Uthappa feels that Shardul has a lot to supply as he is a great bowler who finds a option to produce breakthroughs. The previous cricketer additionally felt that Shardul ought to have bowled extra within the first sport in opposition to Delhi Capitals.

“He has a lot extra to supply. Even within the earlier sport, he confirmed that whereas he would possibly concede a couple of runs, he all the time finds a option to produce breakthroughs. When he doesn’t get wickets, he may appear costly, however when he does, he’s top-notch. I felt he ought to have bowled extra within the first sport, the place he solely bought two overs. This time, I’m glad he accomplished his full quota of 4,” mentioned Uthappa.

Shardul might be subsequent in motion for LSG once they face Punjab Kings on April 1.