IPL 2025 Playoffs: 10 Replacement Players Signed Just for the Knockout Stage

By Aniket Kuila Category: Cricket

Which players did MI replace for the IPL 2025 playoffs?

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Who did Jos Buttler replace in the Gujarat Titans squad?

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Name the players RCB acquired for the playoffs?

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Who did the Punjab Kings add to strengthen their bowling attack?

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Who was the bowler who re-entered the LSG side in exchange for Mayank Yadav?

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What tweaks did Chennai Super Kings make ahead of the playoffs?

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Rajasthan Royals brought in two replacement players. Who were they?

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What was the reason for the Delhi Capitals to go for Mustafizur Rahman?

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Who was the replacement of Rovman Powell in the KKR?

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SRH Sign Whom As The Player To Replace An Injured Player?

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