​Zaheer Khan made an opportune move that brought Shardul Thakur back into IPL competition. During Ranji Trophy knockouts, Zaheer came into contact with Thakur when the latter remained unsold in IPL auctions since Zaheer served as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) mentor. As a substitute, he would probably receive first-team duties according to Zaheer Khan's instruction to Thakur, who needed to stay prepared for selection. The direction from Zaheer Khan maintained Thakur in an active state throughout this period. The injury problems faced by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) resulted in a call for Thakur to fill in as a substitute. Thakur made the most of his opportunity by taking down four batsmen for Sunrisers Hyderabad, which led to him claiming the Purple Cap. Zaheer's guidance gave Thakur a second chance in the IPL as well as established him as a vital piece for LSG (Lucknow Super Giants).

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