Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood has returned to the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) camp ahead of their final league game against Lucknow Super Giants. Hazlewood had been sidelined due to a shoulder injury but is back in action for the crucial match. He has been RCB’s top wicket-taker with 18 scalps in 10 matches and is gearing up for the ICC World Test Championship final with Australia.
RCB is currently in the playoffs with eight wins, four losses, and a no result, sitting in third place on the points table with 17 points. Hazlewood’s return provides a boost to the team as they aim for a top-two finish to secure two shots at the final. Despite his absence, RCB has relied on other bowlers like Krunal Pandya and Yash Dayal to maintain their performance.
Hazlewood’s return to action in the IPL follows a period of injury that saw him miss several important matches. He is expected to play a crucial role in the upcoming WTC final and is likely to feature in the playing XI. His comeback is a positive sign for RCB as they look to finish the league stage on a high note.
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