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Rajasthan sign Shamsi as replacement for Tye

Rajasthan Royals have signed South African legspinner and world No. 1 T20I bowler Tabrez Shamsi as a replacement for Australian pacer Andrew Tye for the remainder of the IPL. The franchise made the announcement on Wednesday (August 25).

Shamsi Played a Total of Four Matches for Royal Challengers Bangalore:

This left-arm chinaman bowler has 45 wickets in 39 T20 Internationals. In IPL, Shamsi has played a total of four matches for Royal Challengers Bangalore where he returned 3 wickets in 2016. Shamsi also took a total of seven wickets in five matches for Oval Invincible at The Hundred.

Shamsi Withdraws From Tournament to Spend Time With his Family :

After a hectic season from one bio-bubble to the next. Tye withdrew from the tournament to spend time with his family. It is with great regret that I have to withdraw from the remaining matches of IPL 2021 with Rajasthan Royals. Tye said in a statement. “It’s been a long year for me that has kept me away from home for a long time. And the disappointment of not making the World Cup squad only added to the disappointment.

“So, keeping my best interests in mind. I had to make this difficult decision to stay at home and prepare myself. Mentally and physically for next year’s T20 World Cup. I am saddened that I am in the Royals family. I won’t be able to join again in this year. But as like all fans, I will be cheering for the team.”

New Zealand Batsman Glenn Phillips has Been Signed as Butler’s Replacement :

Along with Tye, Also the Royals will miss England’s Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer. Who have been ruled out for various reasons. New Zealand batsman Glenn Phillips was signed as Butler’s replacement. There is also uncertainty over the availability of Ben Stokes. Who has taken an indefinite break from cricket due to mental health reasons.

Also Read: Pakistan coach Misbah tests positive for corona

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