Josh Hazlewood did not play India vs Australia Test and ODI Series due to an Achilles Tendonitis injury. He is Australia’s premium fast bowler, and also the number-one ranked bowler in the T20i format right now. Hazlewood was retained by RCB in IPL 2023 auctions, but his participation in the tournament is doubtful. He is yet to recover completely and can actually end up missing the tournament. Here we have listed three players from RCB who may take his team in the playing 11.
IPL 2023: 3 Best Replacements of Josh Hazlewood for RCB
1- David Willey
The bowling all-rounder from England, David Willey, performed well in the IPL for RCB in 2022. He is a reliable swing bowler who is lethal at the top. His batting abilities add a much-needed dimension to his play. He can be the perfect replacement for Josh Hazlewood.
2- Reece Topley
This pacer from England can easily notch up 150 km/h while bowling. He is a swift bowler who can destroy any opponent on his given day. RCB can include him in the playing 11 as an X factor; he is also a genuine wicket-taker.
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3- Akash Deep
The Indian pacer Akash Deep played a few matches for RCB in IPL 2023 and looked very effective. He may be expensive at times, but he has an uncanny knack for picking up wickets. Surely, one of the options for Josh Hazlewood’s replacement in IPL 2023.