He confirmed that the LSG management had approached him.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are considering signing Bangladesh fast bowler Taskin Ahmed as an injury replacement for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. This comes after their pace attack currently facing several injury issues.
LSG are set to play their first match of the season against Delhi Capitals on March 24, but they have plenty of concerns before the game. Several key fast bowlers are injured and it’s still unclear when they will be fit to return.
Reports suggest Shardul Thakur might replace Mohsin Khan, who has been ruled out of IPL 2025. Avesh Khan is also injured while Mayank Yadav is expected to miss the first half of the season. With so many players out, LSG may need to look for more replacements.
Taskin, in a recent interview, confirmed that the LSG management had approached him regarding his availability and NOC. He mentioned he could be called up as a replacement if needed.
The Bangladesh pacer has been in good form. He has taken 25 wickets in 12 matches with an economy rate of 6.49, which is impressive. During the Champions Trophy 2025, he bowled well against India, finishing with figures of 1/36 in nine overs. Against New Zealand, he took 1/28 in seven overs.
Earlier this year, he also took eight wickets in three Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League matches. His recent performances show that he’s in good wicket-taking form.
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LSG might be interested in Taskin because he has experience and has played in India before. He knows the conditions well and the pitch at Ekana Cricket Stadium helps bowlers. With his height, ability to bowl bouncers, and use variations effectively, Taskin could make the most of these conditions.
The franchise will have to make a decision soon and closely monitor the recovery of their main fast bowlers. If they aren’t fit in time, LSG might have to depend on their backup pacers, who don’t have much experience.
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