Prithvi Shaw almost pants LSG, Mumbai Indians in Tribal and RCB in IPL 2025 final

Fans of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) may breathe a sigh of relief. After the years of frustration, RCB has finally qualified for the IPL final for the first time since 2016. The Rajat Patidar -led side completely overtaken the Punjab Kings (PBK), which was all out for a score of 101 runs. RCB followed it with eight wickets in hand and set its way in Shikhar Clash. Meanwhile, in today’s IPL 2025 match, the Gujarat Titans (GT) battle against Mumbai Indians (MI) will be in the eliminator clash on the ground. However, injury to MI may be concerned. Apart from this, Prithvi Shaw almost joined the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for IPL 2025? Get more information.

Wanted LSG Prithvi Shaw?

So, it turns out that LSG head coach Justin Langer was actually eager to get Prithvi Shaw in the IPL 2025 auction. Apparently, they were close to signing it, but the deal fell at the last minute. Shaw ignored, while LSG spent Crore 4 crore on maintaining Ayush Badoni (not in auction, not in auction). The LSG strategy was focused on foreign batsmen, but they had a shortage of Indian openers. Despite his fitness and discipline issues, Shaw will be a great fit. Now, all these speculations are that what could have happened if the LSG had managed to illuminate it. Read more here.

Worry about injury to Mi before eliminator?

Mumbai Indians (MI) may be ahead of their eliminator Clash against Gujarat Titans. Reports suggest that Deepak four more Tilak Verma may be injured, showing him lame at the airport with a viral video. Verma has been inconsistent in this season, scored 274 runs in 14 matches, while four have taken 11 wickets and have been important in MI speed attack. Four have a history of injuries, and Verma had first hurt his knee and hand. Injuries can be a double blow to MI as they face GT in Mulanpur on 30 May. Read more here.

Gautam Gambhir on Iyer’s snub

Shreyas Iyer had a great year, which took KKR to the IPL title and Punjab Kings on top of the table, while India’s ICC Champions Trophy also contributed to win. However, despite his impressive performance, he has been excluded from India’s test squad for the England series. When asked about Iyer’s boycott, Gautam Gambhir rejected the question, stating that he is not a selector and the decision is with him. His absence can be felt in the high-profile England Tour. Read more here.

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