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Rajasthan Royals Sign Nandre Burger as Injury Replacement for Sandeep Sharma

The South African pacer joins the squad for Rs 3.5 crore after Sharma is ruled out of IPL 2025 with a fractured finger.

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Overview

  • Rajasthan Royals have officially signed South African fast bowler Nandre Burger for Rs 3.5 crore as a replacement for Sandeep Sharma, who sustained a finger fracture on April 28.
  • Sandeep Sharma played 10 matches in IPL 2025, taking nine wickets at an economy rate of 9.89 before being ruled out of the tournament.
  • Burger, who previously played for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024, took seven wickets in six matches at an economy rate of 8.52 during that season.
  • The 27-year-old pacer has not played competitive cricket since an ODI series against Afghanistan in September 2024 but brings experience from international and T20 leagues.
  • Rajasthan Royals, currently ninth in the IPL standings and out of playoff contention, continue to adjust their squad as they prepare for their next match against Chennai Super Kings on May 12.