IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals Lose Key Player for Season as Pacer out with Broken Finger, Replacement to be Named

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Rajasthan Royals' seasoned pacer Sandeep Sharma has been ruled out for the remainder of the IPL 2025 season due to a finger fracture sustained during a recent match.

Despite the injury, Sharma showcased remarkable resilience by continuing to bowl, exemplifying his commitment to the team. The franchise has expressed its support and wishes him a swift recovery.​

Sandeep Sharma's IPL 2025 Performance

In the current season, Sandeep Sharma participated in 10 matches, securing 10 wickets with an economy rate of 8.03. His standout performance was against Gujarat Titans, where he achieved figures of 2/21. Over his IPL career, Sharma has played 137 matches, amassing 146 wickets at an average of 27.88, with best bowling figures of 5/18. ​

Replacement Plans

The Rajasthan Royals management is actively seeking a suitable replacement for Sharma. An official announcement regarding the new addition to the squad is anticipated shortly.​

In the ongoing IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals are facing Mumbai Indians at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur today (May 1). The Royals, aiming to keep their playoff hopes alive, are up against a formidable MI side.

The Royals are also playing the match against Mumbai Indians with an all-Pink jersey as the match is part of their Pink Promise campaign. Winning the match is imperative for the Royals as a defeat would eliminate them from the IPL 2025 playoff race.