Josh Hazlewood, who faced a minor shoulder injury before the RCB vs. CSK clash in Bengaluru, was left out of that match. Then, the military conflict between India and Pakistan led to the suspension of IPL 2025. As a result, Josh Hazlewood returned home. Recent reports indicate that he may not return to the tournament once it resumes, as he continues to nurse his shoulder injury.
With Cricket Australia involved in his decision, Hazelwood may be sidelined for a while, as the board wants him to take his time to recover fully and be fit for the WTC finals against South Africa, scheduled to start on June 11 at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.
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Josh Hazlewood's Successful Season
This season, Josh Hazlewood has been RCB’s top wicket-taker, leading his team to numerous victories with 18 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 17.28. His contributions have made him the most valuable player for RCB this season.
Currently, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru are positioned second on the points table with 16 points from 11 matches. With three matches remaining, RCB is in a strong position for qualification and to push further for the title. However, the sudden suspension of IPL 2025 due to military conflict has created tension within the franchise, as all players have returned to their home countries.
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IPL 2025 to resume soon
IPL 2025 is expected to resume soon, with a meeting scheduled today (12/05/2025) between the IPL committee and franchise owners. A decision will be made shortly, and reports suggest that the projected resumption of IPL 2025 may be on Friday, with several venues shortlisted for the remainder of the competition.
It's not only Josh Hazlewood whose return is in doubt; other Australian players like Travis Head and Pat Cummins are also uncertain about returning after what they experienced last week. Stay tuned for the latest updates regarding IPL 2025.
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