IPL 2025: Ravi Bishnoi's absence in LSG vs PBKS raises eyebrows; fans question, 'Was he dropped or injured?'
Star leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi has been left out of the squad, sparking curiosity and concern among fans about the reason behind his absence. But why is Bishnoi not playing today's match? Read more about it.
The mega clash between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) is at its peak, but amid this is a surprising change to their crucial IPL 2025 match against PBKS at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
Star leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi has been left out of the squad, sparking curiosity and concern among fans about the reason behind his absence. But why is Bishnoi not playing today's match?
Why is Ravi Bishnoi absent from the LSG vs PBKS?
According to Insidesport, Bishnoi has been rested as part of workload management. The LSG management is rotating their bowlers to keep them fresh for the crucial final phase of the tournament.
Bishnoi is featured in every match so far and played a key role as a wicket-taker; he is being given a break to ensure he remains in peak condition ahead of the playoffs.
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Additionally, sources indicate that Bishnoi has been experiencing slight fatigue, and the team is being cautious to prevent any potential injury from worsening. Although there are no major issues reported, LSG's medical team has recommended a brief rest to ensure he fully recovers.
Bishnoi¡¯s absence's impact on LSG's bowling attack
In place of Ravi Bishnoi, Shahbaz Ahmed has been added to the lineup.
LSG has brought in Ahmed to strengthen their spin department. The team will completely rely on Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, and Prince Yadav to lead the pace attack, while Shahbaz Ahmed and Digvesh Rathi will handle spin duties.
PBKS Predicted XI vs LSG: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Suryansh Shedge, Harpreet Brar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh.
Netizens question Ravi Bishnoi's absence
The absence of Ravi Bishnoi's absence in LSG vs PBKS question why he is not present and one said, "Feel for Ravi Bishnoi ?"
Wait, who is the impact player for LSG?
¡ª Aditya Saha (@Adityakrsaha) May 4, 2025
Ravi Bishnoi OR Mitchell Marsh
I see a new name: Akash Maharaj Singh instead.
"Wait, who is the impact player for LSG? Ravi Bishnoi OR Mitchell Marsh. I see a new name: Akash Maharaj Singh instead."
"Ravi Bishnoi dropped finally"
Ravi Bishnoi dropped finally
¡ª Kohli PR (@Kohli_is_oxygen) May 4, 2025
"Marcus Stoinis returns for PBKS; LSG leave Ravi Bishnoi out.
LSG opt to bowl in Dharamshala."
Marcus Stoinis returns for PBKS; LSG leave Ravi Bishnoi out.
¡ª Lord.Thala (@Soul_s_eye_) May 4, 2025
LSG opt to bowl in Dharamshala.#PBKSvLSG #IPL2025 #IndianPremierLeague #IPLCricket pic.twitter.com/Qh3DdITS5b
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