3 Bowlers who can replace Josh Hazlewood in RCB

After the announcement of ceasefire, the current situation between India and Pakistan on the border is now normal. Meanwhile, now the news of the 18th season of IPL starting again is coming out soon. According to reports, the tournament can start again from May 16, which was postponed on May 8.

Royal Challengers Bangalore team is showing great game in the ongoing season. The team is in second place with 8 wins and 16 points in 11 matches and they need just one win to secure a place in the playoffs. But at this time the injury of the players has put the team in trouble. Devdutt Padikkal has been ruled out of the tournament due to hamstring injury. On the other hand, Josh Hazlewood and captain Rajat Patidar are also not fully fit.

Josh Hazlewood facing difficulty in IPL due to injury: Due to shoulder injury, it seems difficult for Josh Hazlewood to play in the remaining matches of IPL 2025. Also, after the IPL was postponed, the Australian players returned home and there is no hope of them joining their franchises again. In such a situation, let us tell you the names of those three players who can replace Josh Hazlewood in the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad if the fast bowler is out.

These 3 players can replace Josh Hazlewood in IPL 2025

3. Naveen Ul Haq

Afghan player Naveen Ul Haq can be seen replacing Josh Hazlewood in the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad. Naveen remained unsold in the mega auction. He was part of Lucknow Super Giants last season and took 14 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 26.57 and an economy of 10.19.

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2. Adam Milne

If Josh Hazlewood is out, then Adam Milne can be the best player as a replacement. The Kiwi bowler bowls at a speed of 145 km/h and has improved a lot as a T20 bowler. If RCB needs a bowler who is very fast, then Adam Milne can be a smart choice.

1. Mustafizur Rahman

Mustafizur Rahman remained unsold in the IPL 2025 mega auction. If Josh Hazlewood is out, then the Bangladeshi bowler can be a good option. He has taken 38 wickets in 38 matches in IPL so far at an average of 29.50 and an economy of 7.84. 

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