Spinners play a vital role in the establishment of a strong team. RCB have proposed BCCI for a replacement for Adam Zampa in the form of Wanindu Hasaranga
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is resurfacing from September 19, 2021. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have asked the BCCI for a replacement of Adam Zampa in the form of Sri Lankan leg spinner Wanindu Hasaranga.
The Sri Lankan spinner’s performance in the recently completed India vs. The Sri Lanka series may certainly have worked as a spark for RCB to pick him as has been mentioned PTI in their reports.
Adam Zampa Left IPL 2021 Midway
Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson of Royal Challengers Bangalore returned home due to “personal reasons.” The IPL bio-bubble wasn’t as secure, Zampa mentioned later to the Australian press.
Emergence Of Sudden Move As RCB Eyes Wanindu Hasaranga For IPL 2021 IN UAE
Wanindu Hasaranga performed exceptionally well as he took 7 wickets in three T20Is, making him the leading bowler of Sri Lanka against India. Indian batters labored against the leggie in Colombo, where even the settings seemed similar to those seen in India. Pitches lacked speed which Hasaranga seized maximum benefit of.
Sri Lanka won the series 2-1 courtesy of Wanindu Hasaranga’s match-winning effort in the third and final T20 International on Thursday. Picking seven wickets, he was crowned with the Player of the Series award.
Hasaranga was Sri Lanka’s leading performer during the tour of England as well. With 100 runs in three games, Hasaranga was the leading run-scorer in the ODI series for the visitors. Wanindu Hasaranga’s international reputation in cricket has undoubtedly increased following his recent stellar performances.
Former Spin Wizard’s Statement On Wanindu Hasaranga
Muttiah Muralitharan, the former Sri Lankan cricket great, was optimistic about Hasaranga’s chances of making it into the cash-rich tournament IPL.
As per his opinion, an IPL franchise must take a better glance at him. Hasaranga will be purchased although it could be difficult for a team to field him. Murali told ESPNCricinfo that certain franchises favor Indian spinners over international specialists.
IPL Resumes From September 2021
From September 19, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will stage the second leg of the Indian Premier League 2021. After having a remarkable kick-start in the first leg, RCB will look to continue with the same momentum.
The team stands in the third position, bearing two losses and five victories below Delhi and Chennai. The men in red appeared prominent this season as they fired together as a unit, making themselves a strong contender to lift their maiden IPL trophy.