RCB's Hazlewood Likely to Return for IPL Playoffs

Josh Hazlewood Set for Potential IPL 2025 Playoff Return with RCB In a significant boost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Australian pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood is firming for a return to the IPL 2025 playoffs after successfully completing a rehabilitation program for a shoulder niggle back home in Australia. 🏥 Injury & Rehab Timeline Hazlewood missed RCB’s last match before the IPL went into a temporary suspension. He returned to Brisbane during the break and underwent rehab while training as part of Australia’s World Test Championship final preparations. Having come through those sessions unscathed, his return to India is expected, though not yet officially confirmed. 🔥 Hazlewood's Impact in IPL 2025 Matches: 10 Wickets: 18 Average: 17.27 Economy & Control: Key to RCB’s middle-overs and death-overs bowling success. His form has been a vital cog in RCB's late surge toward the playoffs, offering consistency and experience in crunch phases. 💬 What It Means for RCB With the playoffs looming, Hazlewood’s return would: Bolster an RCB attack that has relied on tactical rotation during his absence. Add depth and strike power to the bowling unit, especially in death overs. Complement the spin and pace combination that RCB has used to good effect this season. ⏳ Awaiting Final Confirmation While a return seems imminent, the final decision will likely hinge on medical clearance and logistical readiness, as RCB gears up for what could be a deep playoff run. If cleared, Hazlewood's presence could prove to be a match-winning boost for a side hungry for its first IPL title.