IPL 2025: PBKS, GT, and LSG Announce Key Replacements Ahead of Playoffs – Updates on Cricmatch App & Cricmatch365 Gaming Platform
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) resumes on May 17 after a brief suspension, franchises strategically strengthen their squads for the key playoff stage. Punjab Kings (PBKS), Gujarat Titans (GT), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have opted for player replacements on the grounds of injuries and international commitments.
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Lockie Ferguson Replaced by Kyle Jamieson
In a major development, PBKS has roped in New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson. Ferguson, a prominent name in the PBKS bowling attack, unfortunately has to sit out for the rest of the season due to an injury. With Jamieson in, the bowling department will gain a tall-paced-bowling option to fill the lone void that has come with the absence of Ferguson.
Upcoming Matches:
- 18th May – RR vs PBKS
- 24th May – PBKS vs DC
- 26th May – PBKS vs MI
Gujarat Titans (GT): Kusal Mendis to Replace Jos Buttler
The star-studded lineup of the Gujarat Titans has welcomed a splendid addition in the form of Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batsman Kusal Mendis. He replaces England’s Jos Buttler, who will be departing the IPL after the final league-stage match against Chennai Super Kings on May 25 to pursue his national duties. Mendis, celebrated for his attacking brand of wicketkeeping and batting, joins the ranks from May 26 and will surely bolster the GT lineup for the playoffs.
Upcoming Matches:
- 18th May – DC vs GT
- 22nd May – GT vs LSG
- 25th May – GT vs CSK
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Shardul Thakur Steps in for Mohsin Khan, O’Rourke in Place of Mayank Yadav
LSG has roped in Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur as the replacement for fast bowler Mohsin Khan, who has been ruled out of the season with an ACL injury. Thakur brings in the versatility of batting and bowling, and with a lot of experience. He has been with the team since the team was putting up preparations for the 2025 season and will be an important member of the lineup for LSG. New Zealand pacer William O’Rourke has been brought in as an injury replacement for Mayank Yadav, ruled out for the rest of the season with a back injury. O’Rourke has been signed at a base price of ₹3 crore.
Upcoming Matches:
- 19th May – LSG vs SRH
- 22nd May – GT vs LSG
- 27th May – LSG vs RCB
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As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, these tactical replacements by PBKS, GT, and LSG should ideally weigh in quite heavily on the performances of the teams in the forthcoming matches. Every move is important with the playoffs just around the corner; these changes may very well go down as game-changers in the making.
