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Shardul Thakur is stepping in to replace the injured Mohsin Khan in the Lucknow Super Giants' squad for IPL 2025. The seasoned all-rounder, previously unsold at auction, was signed at INR 2 crore. With a strong IPL history and recent domestic form, he's ready to bolster a team facing a major bowling crisis with several key players injured.

Lucknow Super Giants have secured Shardul Thakur as a replacement for the injured Mohsin Khan for the 2025 IPL season. Thakur was chosen from the RAPP pool for ₹2 crore, stepping in amid LSG's fast-bowling crisis with four Indian pacers sidelined. With 95 IPL matches to his name, Thakur brings significant experience and recent Ranji Trophy success to the team led by Rishabh Pant.

Lined up for IPL 2025, Rishabh Pant joins Lucknow Super Giants at a historic ₹27 crore, making him the most expensive captain. Shreyas Iyer follows closely with Punjab Kings, while Ajinkya Rahane leads KKR at just ₹1.5 crore. The league's dynamic includes fresh captains, adding spice as Pant faces pressure to succeed this season.

Rajasthan Royals' captain Sanju Samson will miss his pivotal wicketkeeping role in the IPL 2025 start due to a finger injury, thrusting Riyan Parag into a leadership role. Samson fractured his finger during a T20I series in England. The team is adapting with Dhruv Jurel as a temporary wicketkeeper and remains hopeful for Samson's full recovery.

Iga Swiatek delivered a commanding performance against Dayana Yastremska, winning 6-0, 6-2 at Indian Wells. As the defending champion, Swiatek aims to become the first woman to win the tournament three times while overcoming past challenges, including a notable suspension.

Danish tennis player Holger Rune defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas with a 6-4, 6-4 victory, advancing to the Indian Wells quarterfinals. Rune's aggressive gameplay included 22 winners and a notable tweener lob. He will face Tallon Griekspoor next.

Max Verstappen's 2023 Formula 1 season is one for the history books with a fourth consecutive World Championship and 19 record-setting wins. A gap of 290 points over Sergio Pérez and a total of 575 points highlight his dominance. Meanwhile, George Russell wins at the Las Vegas Grand Prix showcasing Mercedes' competitiveness.

In the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, South Africa outperformed Afghanistan by 107 runs in Karachi. Ryan Rickelton shone with a maiden ODI century, supported by Aiden Markram's quick forty, setting a challenging target. Afghanistan struggled early in their chase, with only Rahmat Shah offering resistance. South Africa's bowlers, led by Kagiso Rabada, dismantled Afghanistan swiftly.

Watch the AFG vs SA Champions Trophy clash live on February 21, 2025. With South Africa battling injuries in their bowling lineup, they face Afghanistan's strong team led by Hashmatullah Shahidi. Streaming is available on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.

Mumbai Indians Women pulled off a thrilling victory in the WPL opener against RCB at Bengaluru. Despite a solid 81 from Ellyse Perry, Mumbai chased down the target in dramatic fashion. Harmanpreet Kaur's half-century laid the groundwork, with Amanjot Kaur's unbeaten 34 clinching the win. This marks Mumbai's fourth win over RCB and the highest successful chase against them.