Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur remained unsold in the recent IPL mega auction. No franchise bid on him, but now big news is coming out about his return to IPL. Shardul Thakur was seen in the training camp of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), which has increased the speculation that he can be a part of the Lucknow Super Giants team this season. At the same time, the fitness of Lucknow Super Giants fast bowlers Mayank Yadav and Mohit Khan
On Sunday, Shardul Thakur was seen practicing in the training camp of Lucknow Super Giants. During this, he was wearing the official jersey of LSG. The video of his training is becoming increasingly viral on social media. Although no official announcement has been made by Lucknow Super Giants yet, it is believed that the team has included him in the team.
Shardul Thakur was a part of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) till the IPL 2024 season, but after that CSK released him. No team showed interest in him in the IPL 2025 mega auction and he remained unsold. But now his possible return to LSG has excited cricket fans.
After remaining unsold, he performed brilliantly in domestic cricket
After remaining unsold in the IPL auction, Shardul Thakur turned to domestic cricket and showed his talent. He won the Ranji Trophy. Not only bowling, Shardul Thakur also showed his strength in batting. This season he was also the fifth highest run scorer for Mumbai. He scored a total of 275 runs. After his excellent performance, there was a discussion in the cricket world that IPL franchises could include him in their squad.
Will I get a place in Lucknow Super Giants?
Given the current situation of Lucknow Super Giants, Shardul Thakur’s inclusion in the team is almost certain. Questions are constantly being raised about the fitness of the team’s key fast bowlers Mayank Yadav and Mohit Khan. If both these players are not fully fit, then LSG will have a strong reason to include Shardul Thakur.
Shardul Thakur has good IPL experience. He has previously played for Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders. His bowling as well as his ability to bat in the lower order can prove beneficial for the team.
If Lucknow Super Giants include Shardul Thakur in the team, it will strengthen their bowling attack. Also, he can play the role of a useful all-rounder for the team. Fans are now just waiting for the official announcement whether Shardul Thakur will be seen playing for LSG in IPL 2025 or not.
