Shardul Thakur Steps in for Mitchell Santner as Concussion Substitute in IPL 2026 Match
MI Vs CSK, IPL 2026: Shardul Thakur Replaces Mitchell Santner As A Concussion Substitute
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In the IPL 2026 match between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, Shardul Thakur replaced Mitchell Santner as a concussion substitute after Santner sustained an injury. Meanwhile, Jos Buttler scored an impressive century, leading CSK to victory with his unbeaten 101 runs.
- 01Shardul Thakur replaced Mitchell Santner due to a concussion.
- 02Mitchell Santner took 1 wicket for 44 runs before leaving the match.
- 03Jos Buttler scored an unbeaten 101 runs, marking his second century of IPL 2026.
- 04Buttler is now the leading Indian wicketkeeper-batter in T20 centuries.
- 05Quinton de Kock holds the record for the most T20 centuries among wicketkeeper-batters.
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match on April 23, Shardul Thakur, the Indian fast bowling all-rounder, replaced New Zealand's Mitchell Santner as a concussion substitute for the Mumbai Indians against the Chennai Super Kings. Santner sustained an injury while attempting to catch a ball, having bowled four overs and taken one wicket for 44 runs. Thakur came in to bat at No. 8 for the Mumbai Indians. Meanwhile, Jos Buttler, who opened the innings for CSK, delivered an outstanding performance with an unbeaten 101 runs off 54 balls, marking his second century of the season and his fifth in IPL history. This achievement places him at the top of the list for Indian wicketkeeper-batters with the most T20 centuries. Buttler's performance was crucial in CSK's victory, further establishing his reputation as a leading player in the league.
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This match highlights the importance of player safety in cricket, particularly regarding concussion protocols. The performance of key players like Jos Buttler can significantly influence team standings and fan engagement.
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