IPL 2023: Michael Bracewell has been named replacement for Will Jacks in RCB squad
New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell was named as the replacement for Will Jacks in the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) squad for IPL 2023. Jack was ruled out of the tournament while fielding in the second ODI against Bangladesh at Mirpur.
IPL said in an official release –
“Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have signed New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell as a replacement for England batter Will Jacks for the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023.” Jacks, who made his debut in the first ODI against Bangladesh, was bought by the franchise for INR 3.2 Crore.
This is a big blow for both Jack and RCB. The aggressive right-handed batsman was considered an ideal cover for Australia’s Glenn Maxwel. He has struggled with injury issues in the past and returned to action only in the ongoing ODI series against India.
Jack has recently made his debut for England in all three formats. The 24-year-old said he was “hurt” to be left out of the IPL. A tournament that could have given him an ideal opportunity to push England selectors for a place in the ODI World Cup squad, which is due to be played. India later this year.
IPL said –
“His replacement, Bracewell, has played 16 T20Is, scored 113 runs and picked up 21 wickets. He will join RCB at his base price of INR 1 Crore.” This, however, provides an opportunity to Bracewell. He went unsold earlier in the action. The left-hander came into prominence after smashing a breathtaking century in Hyderabad against India.
