DC vs LSG: ‘Lord Shardul’ Trends on Twitter as He Picks Two Wickets in a Single Over on His IPL Comeback
From going unsold in the auction to making headlines, Shardul Thakur’s stunning two-wicket over has set Twitter on fire.
Cricket is full of redemption stories, and Shardul Thakur has just written one of his own. After going unsold in the IPL 2025 mega auction, he got a second chance when Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) signed him as a replacement for the injured Mohsin Khan.
In his very first match for LSG, Shardul made an impact. He struck twice in his first over, giving his team a perfect start as they defended a 209-run target against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Vizag.
Shardul Thakur’s Game-Changing Over
Delhi Capitals began their chase confidently, but Shardul had other plans. In the very first over, he dismissed Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abishek Porel, putting Delhi under early pressure. His ability to break partnerships and provide crucial breakthroughs once again proved why he is a valuable player.
Twitter Explodes with ‘Lord Shardul’ Reactions
As soon as he took two wickets in one over, fans flooded Twitter with reactions. The nickname ‘Lord Shardul’ started trending, with users praising his comeback and his knack for delivering in big moments.
Shardul Thakur has once again shown that form is temporary, but class is permanent. He may have gone unsold in the auction, but his performance on the field speaks louder than any price tag.
