Shardul Thakur Calls for Fair IPL 2025 Pitches

Shardul Thakur, an all-rounder for the Lucknow Super Giants, has called for fairer pitches in the IPL 2025 to balance the advantage between batters and bowlers. Thakur expressed frustration over the current pitch conditions favoring batters, making it difficult for bowlers to perform effectively, especially with scores of 200+ becoming routine. His remarks came after a match-winning performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he took four wickets and helped limit them to 190/9. Thakur argues that the introduction of the impact player rule further exacerbates the imbalance, advocating for pitches that can sustain a competitive contest. Despite initially going unsold, Thakur joined LSG and has since become a key player, also leading the Purple Cap race. His sentiments reflect growing concerns among bowlers who feel disadvantaged by the high-scoring nature of recent IPL matches.