<p><strong>3 Players Punjab Kings (PBKS) might release ahead of the IPL 2023: </strong>The Mohali-based Punjab Kings (PBKS) once again endured an underwhelming season in the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL). No matter how good they perform during the auction process, PBKS somehow manages to slip from its consistent run. The recently completed season is no different for the Mayank Agarwal-led PBKS.</p>



<p>Before the start of the tournament, Punjab Kings looked absolutely belter squad with massive players for each position, however, their performance looked like a pale shadow of themselves.</p>



<p>Despite having a formidable squad in place, Punjab couldn?t win two matches on the bounce in the Tata IPL 2022. Mayank Agarwal and Co tend to win a game and then loses away the other, such has been the story of Punjab Kings in the IPL.</p>



<p>Nevertheless, recovering from the early exit in the Tata IPL 2022, the franchise would love to strategise for future events. PBKS would certainly release a few players from their existing squad and will look to fill the places with their worthy alternatives.</p>



<p>This article would take you through the top 3 Players Punjab Kings (PBKS) might release ahead of the IPL 2023.</p>



<h2><strong>3 Players Punjab Kings (PBKS) might release ahead of the IPL 2023:</strong></h2>



<h3><strong>Sandeep Sharma:</strong></h3>



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<p>Punjab Kings (PBKS) picked up the services of experienced Indian pacer Sandeep Sharma during the auction for INR 50 Lakhs. Sandeep Sharma is a domestic name in the Indian Premier League, having played 105 matches and picked 114 scalps in the tournament.</p>



<p>However, the pacer couldn?t prove himself beneficial for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2022. Sharma featured in 5 matches for PBKS and returned with just two wickets against his name. His average has surged all the way up to 76.50 which will be a concern.</p>



<p>Moreover, in the last three editions of the IPL, Sandeep Sharma has only picked up 14 wickets which is ordinary for a bowler of his calibre.</p>



<p>Punjab may release him ahead of the next auction and try to pick a substitute pacer in his place.</p>



<p><strong><mark>ALSO READ: </mark></strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/mohammad-siraj-was-overpriced-in-ipl-2022-rcb-should-release-him-in-ipl-2023/"><strong>Mohammad Siraj was overpriced in IPL 2022, RCB should release him in IPL 2023&nbsp;</strong></a></p>



<h3><strong>Odean Smith:</strong></h3>



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<p>Punjab Kings (PBKS) went crazy to pick West Indies all-rounder Odean Smith from the auction table, earlier this year, and spend INR 6 Crores to grab his services. The all-rounder's name was once associated with the likes of Andre Russell for his six-hitting abilities and bowling.</p>



<p>However, what followed in the IPL was exactly the opposite of what everyone had imagined. Smith could only score 56 runs in six outings for PBKS and scalped 6 wickets.</p>



<p>Moreover, a huge turn in his IPL appearance came when he conceded two consecutive sixes in the last two deliveries of the match against Gujarat Titans? Rahul Tewatia. Punjab lost the game which was with them till the second last delivery.</p>



<p>PBKS management would definitely think about the future of Odean Smith in the franchise.&nbsp;</p>



<h3><strong>Shahrukh Khan:</strong></h3>



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<p>A whopping sum of INR 9 Crores was spent on Shahrukh Khan during the auction process by Punjab Kings. Shahrukh Khan entered the IPL auction arena riding on the back of his fiery outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Tamil Nadu.</p>



<p>After being successful in the domestic tournament, Khan was anticipated to translate his sublime performance in the Indian Premier League as well which is why he went for INR 9 Crores during the auction.</p>



<p>Though the 27-years old cricketer showed a glimpse of his heroics, however, he wasn?t consistent enough to please the spectators and experts.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In eight innings of the IPL 2022, Khan could only muscle 117 runs at a poor strike rate of 108.33. Moreover, his average (16.71) isn?t encouraging either.&nbsp;</p>



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3 Players Punjab Kings (PBKS) might release ahead of the IPL 2023

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<p><strong>IPL 2023, Mumbai Indians: Who will replace Jasprit Bumrah in the MI squad?</strong> The Indian team's fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, has run out of cricket for the last 7 months. He has not played cricket since September 2022. All cricket fans and supporters of the Mumbai Indians were sure that he would make a comeback in the IPL, but now his fitness has started to be questioned. According to the report from Cricbuzz, he has been ruled out of the 2023 IPL as well as the WTC final. Bhumra will now only appear in the 2023 World Cup. All the Mumbai Indians fans are being tormented by the same question: who will replace Jasprit Bumrah? So, in this article, we'll look at the three bowlers who will take Bumrah's place.</p>



<h2>1. Sandeep Sharma</h2>



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<p>Sandeep Sharma, a well-known fast bowler from India, has a lengthy history of outstanding bowling in the IPL. Sandeep, however, did not receive a bid this time from any team during the auction. Although, in the absence of Bumrah, this bowler could be useful for Mumbai. In the first few overs, Sandeep showed a good aptitude for swinging the ball. In 104 IPL games, he has 114 wickets to his name. His average throughout the same period has been 7.77.</p>



<h2>2. Dhawal Kulkarni</h2>



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<p>For a long time, Dhawal Kulkarni participated in the IPL. He even has a long history with the Mumbai Indians. He could take Bumrah's place once more on the team. In 92 IPL games, Dhawal has 86 wickets to his name.</p>



<h2>3. Varun Aaron</h2>



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<p>Varun Aaron, an Indian fast bowler, has plenty of IPL experience; he played for the Gujarat Titans last season (2022), but he went unsigned this season; no team took a chance on him. Varun Aaron has played for five IPL teams (Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans, Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab, and KKR) so far. and he has taken 44 wickets in 52 matches. Aaron is an expert at swinging the ball with the new ball.</p>



<h2>Mumbai Indian 2023 Squad</h2>



<p>Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Dewald Brevis, Tilak Varma, Jofra Archer, Tim David, Mohd Arshad Khan, Ramandeep Singh, Hrithik Shokeen, Arjun Tendulkar, Tristan Stubbs, Kumar Kartikeya, Jason Behrendorff, Akash Madhwal, Cameron Green, Jhye Richardson, Piyush Chawla, Duan Jansen, Vishnu Vinod, Shams Mulani, Nehal Wadhera, Raghav Goyal</p>



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IPL 2023, Mumbai Indians: Who will replace Jasprit Bumrah in the MI squad?

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<p>IPL 2023: The cricket carnival is all set to begin from 31st March. The 16th edition of the<a href="https://www.iplt20.com/auction" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.iplt20.com/auction"> Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2023 will see the Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings clashing with each other in the curtain-raiser at the Narendra Modi International Stadium on Friday (31st March). Even before the league started, teams have suffered injury scares, which potentially might have hampered their chances and forced them to go back to the drawing board and discuss the permutations and combinations once again. The teams have kick-started their preparations in full go and like all seasons, it is expected that there?ll be endless entertainment.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>IPL 2023: Replacement of injured players in IPL 16 for all the teams</strong></h2>



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<p>IPL 2023: Every team apart from Gujarat Titans have injuries in their camp. While some players have suffered serious injuries, a few have been advised to rest in a few games. The injuries in the franchise have hampered their chances already as their main players are set to be out of action. The major injuries have given headaches to the franchises and have forced them to call for replacements.&nbsp;</p>



<p>For Chennai Super Kings Kyle Jamieson was the broken nail in the coffin as he suffered a back injury and was ruled out of the tournament. He was brought by the team for INR 1 crores but he?s set to undergo surgery, which puts his availability for the tournament in jeopardy. In his place, CSK roped in Sisanda Magala for INR 50 lakhs.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Royal Challengers Bangalore camp was too affected by the injuries. English all-rounder Will Jacks, whom they signed for INR 3.2 crores in IPL 2023 auction, suffered a muscle injury while fielding during the recently concluded ODI series between England and Bangladesh. His injury seemed much worse than expected as he was ruled out of the tournament. The franchise acquired New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell in his place.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Read Also:<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-ranking-all-ipl-10-teams-based-on-their-potential-set-of-all-rounders/">&nbsp;</a></strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-ranking-all-ipl-10-teams-based-on-their-potential-set-of-all-rounders/"><strong>IPL 2023: Ranking All IPL 10 Teams Based on Their Potential set of All</strong>?<strong>rounders</strong></a></p>



<p>Punjab Kings? Jonny Bairstow was also ruled out of the tournament due to the prolonged leg injury he suffered in September 2022. In his place the Shikhar Dhawan-led side named uncapped Australian Matthew Short as his replacement.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Rajasthan Royals are also among the franchises, that have injury concerns. Their pacer Prasidh Krishna, whom they brought for INR 10 crores in IPL 2022 auction, was also ruled out of the tournament following surgery for a lumbar stress fracture in his spine. In his place, the team roped in veteran Indian pacer Sandeep Sharma, who went unsold in IPL 2023 auction.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here are the Replacements in the IPL 2023:</p>



<p>- <strong>Michael Bracewell replaces Will Jacks in RCB.</strong></p>



<p>- <strong>Sisanda Magala replaces Kyle Jamieson in CSK.</strong></p>



<p>- <strong>Matthew Short replaces Jonny Bairstow in PBKS.</strong></p>



<p>- <strong>Sandeep Sharma replaces Prasidh Krishna in RR.</strong></p>



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<h2><strong>IPL 2023: List of injured players with no replacements&nbsp;</strong></h2>



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<p>IPL 2023: Here are the players who are injured but whose franchises have named no replacements:&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>Mumbai Indians - Jasprit Bumrah, Jhye Richardson&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>Delhi Capitals - Rishabh Pant&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>Kolkata Knight Riders - Shreyas Iyer, Lockie Ferguson</strong>&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Chennai Super Kings - Mukesh Choudhary&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>Royal Challengers Bangalore - Rajat Patidar, Josh Hazlewood</strong>&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Lucknow Super Giants - Mohsin Khan&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>Visit&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ICC CRICKET SCHEDULE</a>&nbsp;</strong>for more cricketing updates.</p>

IPL 2023: Replacement of injured players in IPL 16 for all the teams

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<p>Sandeep Sharma is a 29-year-old Indian capped right-arm-pace bowler. He is currently a part of the IPL. He has represented India twice (2010,2012) in the ICC U-19 World Cup. His four-wicket haul in the 2012 ICC U-19 World Cup final helped the team to lift the trophy. Sandeep also became the highest wicket-taker in the tournament.</p>



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<p>Sandeep Sharma began his Indian Premier League (<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Premier_League">IPL</a>) journey in 2013. He signed his first IPL contract with Kings XI Punjab (Now Punjab Kings). Sharma played a crucial role for Kings XI Punjab and became a lethal bowler for the franchise. He remained a consistent part of the team for five years and made incredible records in his tenure with KXIP.</p>



<p>Sandeep played 56 matches for the Punjab franchise and took 71 wickets with an average of 26.31. His best figures came as 4/20 in 2017 which is also his career-best score in the IPL. He has taken two four wicket-hauls in the IPL.</p>



<p>READ MORE <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-rashid-khan-or-sunil-naraine-which-spinner-will-take-highest-wickets/">IPL 2023: Rashid Khan or Sunil Naraine, Which Spinner Will Take Highest Wickets?</a></p>



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<p>Sandeep was picked by Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018, and he went on to play for the team franchise till 2021. The team may have changed but his spirit for bowling and cricket didn?t. He played 43 matches for SRH and took 41 wickets. His average came to a whopping 67.66, due to which he was dropped by the team ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction.</p>



<p>Sandeep had a rough patch since 2021. He only played 14 matches in 3 seasons of the IPL. Recently, he was introduced to the Playing XI of Rajasthan Royals after being unsold in IPL Auction 2023. He became an overnight star after his performance in the previous match against Chennai Super Kings.</p>



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<p>Sandeep Sharma gave a stellar performance against CSK in the 17th Match of the TATA IPL 2023. Captain Sanju Samson gave him the ball for the 20th over, as CSK needed 21 runs to chase in the final over.</p>



<p>The pressure on him was evident as he bowled two wides at the beginning of the over. It seemed like an easy win, but on the strike stood the best finisher in the world, Mahendra Singh Dhoni.</p>



<p>READ MORE <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-csk-vs-rr-head-to-head-and-best-player-battles/">IPL 2023: CSK vs RR Head-To-Head and Best Player Battles</a></p>



<p>MS Dhoni slammed two sixes, and the match became a nail-biting knockout. With seven runs to chase, Sandeep only gave three singles and made Rajasthan Royals win the game. We wish to see more such thrilling spells from the young Indian fast pace bowler.</p>

Sandeep Sharma: IPL Records and History Since 2013

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<p>The Champions of the very first edition of the IPL since 2008, Rajasthan Royals have not been able to make it to their best in the tournament. Their next final appearance came so many years later, in 2022, when they reached the final under Sanju Samson?s leadership, though they lost to the debutant Gujarat Titans. <br> <br>Finally, the Rajasthan Royals have announced the likes of IPL retentions for the upcoming season, as they have named only the likes of the 4 Indian players. They have let go of their overseas talents, even the likes of England?s white-ball skipper, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos_Buttler">Jos Buttler</a>. </p>



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<p><br>Veteran Windies finisher Shmiron Hetmyer and the likes of great Trent Boult have been released by the Rajasthan Royals, as they look to retain a higher purse as they enter the mega-auction. The biggest surprise was the release of the Indian spin duo of Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal. <br> <br>Also, the likes of Dhruv Jurel, who was once made a part of the Royals franchise back in the 2022 mega-auction for a minor INR 20 lakh, have been a matter of debacle in the Royals camp. <br> <br>Though the Royals have not revealed their likely retention slabs, they are supposed to lose at least 47 crores from the entire purse amount. In case Jurel is also included for the side, the retention slab would be as high as INR 65 crores, which seems very unlikely. </p>



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<p><br>The Rajasthan Royals are looking forward to retaining the likes of skipper Sanju Samson, who went on to score 531 runs in the format in the IPL 2024 season. Also, the highest run-getter of the season, Riyan Parag, has been retained in the season after having scored 573 runs. </p>



<p><strong>ALSO READ:</strong> <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/kl-rahul-has-decided-to-part-ways-with-lsg-while-these-four-franchises-have-reportedly-shown-interest-in-the-ipl-veteran/">KL Rahul has decided to part ways with LSG; while these four franchises have reportedly shown interest in the IPL veteran</a><br> <br>While two-time centurions, Jos Buttler from the last season, and most-successful bowler Yuzi Chahal have been released, while Sandeep Sharma and Jaiswal have been retained, welcome to the era of unexpected cricket under World Cup-winning coach Rahul Dravid.<br></p>

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Rajasthan Royals target many players for the mega-auction as they reveal retentions to ESPNcricinfo ft. Yashasvi Jaiswal

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<p><strong>RR vs CSK 2025: Despite the sea of yellow at the Barsapara Stadium, it is the pink that prevails!</strong> CSK is involved and it often becomes a thriller! MS Dhoni got a promotion and he along with Jadeja took CSK very close but it was Rajasthan who held their nerves till the end. RR defeated CSK at Barsapara Cricket Stadium by 6 runs.</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="575" class="">History repeated itself as Sandeep Sharma once again held his nerve in the final over against Chennai Super Kings. In Guwahati 2025, with 20 needed off the last over and MS Dhoni alongside Ravindra Jadeja at the crease, Sandeep delivered a clutch performance to bowl Rajasthan Royals to a six-run victory.</p>
<p data-start="0" data-end="575" class="">This mirrored his heroics in Chepauk 2023, where CSK required 21 in the final over, but Sandeep restricted them to secure a three-run win for RR. His ability to handle the pressure against the same formidable duo cemented his reputation as a reliable death-over specialist.</p>
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<h2><strong>RR vs CSK 2025 Match Summary</strong></h2>
<h3><strong>TOSS and Playing11s</strong></h3>
<p><strong>TAIL WAS THE CALL, TAIL IT WAS! </strong>Ruturaj won the toss and opted to bowl first. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad felt the pitch was better than the previous game and preferred chasing. CSK made two changes, bringing in Jamie Overton and Vijay Shankar.</p>
<p>RR captain Riyan Parag, playing in his hometown, admitted he would have opted to bowl as well. Rajasthan Royals remained unchanged as both teams looked to put up a strong performance.</p>
<p><strong>Rajasthan Royals Playing11:</strong> Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag(c), Dhruv Jurel(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande</p>
<p><strong>Chennai Super Kings Playing11:</strong> Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w), Jamie Overton, Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed</p>
<p>Rajasthan Royals got off to a dramatic start, smashing a four off the first ball before losing Yashasvi Jaiswal on the third delivery. Nitish Rana, promoted to No. 3, made an immediate impact. He dominated the powerplay with a 21-ball half-century, taking Ravichandran Ashwin apart and punishing every bowler in sight as RR raced to 79 in the first six overs.</p>
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<p>However, Ashwin made a clever comeback after the powerplay, deceiving Rana with a well-timed pause before delivering the ball, leading to a smart stumping. Noor Ahmad further dented RR’s innings by removing Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel in quick succession.  </p>
<p>Despite losing wickets, Riyan Parag was determined to finish strong, but Matheesha Pathirana had other plans. The Sri Lankan pacer produced a sensational yorker to castle Parag and later dismissed Shimron Hetmyer, ensuring RR couldn’t breach the 200-run mark.</p>
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<p>Chennai Super Kings pulled things back well, restricting Rajasthan Royals to 182, a competitive total on a surface offering some assistance to the spinners.</p>
<p>Jofra Archer made an immediate impact for Rajasthan Royals with a fiery opening spell, dismissing Rachin Ravindra for a duck. While wickets kept falling around him, Ruturaj Gaikwad fought hard and brought stability to CSK’s innings with a determined half-century.</p>
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<p>Wanindu Hasaranga emerged as the biggest threat to Chennai, striking in every over and keeping the batters guessing with his sharp googlies. Interestingly, each of his three wickets came right after the batter had hit him for a six, highlighting his quick adaptability under pressure.</p>
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<p>With 45 needed off the final three overs, CSK still had a chance with MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja at the crease. However, Maheesh Theekshana delivered a tight over, conceding just five runs, shifting the momentum towards Rajasthan.  </p>
<p>In a bold tactical move, RR handed the final over to Sandeep Sharma instead of Jofra Archer, a decision that proved decisive. Despite late efforts from Dhoni, Jadeja, and Jamie Overton, CSK could only manage 13 runs in the last over, falling short by six. Rajasthan Royals held their nerve in the dying moments to secure a hard-fought victory.</p>
<h2><strong>RR vs CSK 2025 Scorecard</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Rajasthan Royals- 182/9 (20 overs)<br></strong>Nitish Rana- 81 (36)<br>Noor Ahmed- 4-0-28-2</p>
<p><strong>Chennai Super Kings- 176/6 (20 overs)<br></strong>Ruturaj Gaikwad- 63 (44)<br>Wanindu Hasaranga- 4-0-35-4</p>

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