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Linde Replaces Injured Hasaranga for LSG in IPL
10 Apr
Summary
- George Linde joins Lucknow Super Giants as replacement.
- Wanindu Hasaranga ruled out due to hamstring injury.
- Linde has prior international experience but no IPL history.
The Lucknow Super Giants have announced the signing of South African all-rounder George Linde as a replacement for Wanindu Hasaranga. Hasaranga, a Sri Lankan all-rounder, has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2026 due to a hamstring injury. He had not completed a fitness test required for the No-Objection Certificate to participate in the Indian Premier League.
George Linde, aged 28, has represented South Africa in three Tests, four One Day Internationals, and 37 T20 Internationals. This will be his first experience playing in the IPL. The team's roster adjustment is a strategic move made during the ongoing IPL 2026 season.
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