Shimron Hetmyer rejoins RR camp; likely to feature against CSK

Shimron Hetmyer rejoins RR camp; likely to feature against CSK

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In a major boost to Rajasthan Royals, their star finisher, Shimron Hetmyer has returned to the Rajasthan camp on the back of the birth of his first child. Hetmyer had left the the Rajasthan Squad to attend the birth of his baby boy in Guyana. Thus, missing their games against Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals. Rajasthan’s replacements for Hetmyer, Rassie Van Der Dussen and James Neesham haven’t been able to fill into the Guyanese’s shoes.

The 25 year old’s presence was especially felt against Delhi Capitals where Rajasthan Royals needed a finisher to put up a good total but were lacking the services of Shimron Hetmyer. However, RR’s win against LSG means that the team is now 2nd on the points table with a game to go. On the brink of qualification, Rajasthan can confirm a second place finish if they win against Chennai Super Kings.

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Shimron Hetmyer likely to be available for CSK clash; qualifiers

Shimron Hetmyer has been one of the best finishers in this year’s IPL. Hetmyer averages 72.75 this season with a strike rate just over 166. Moreover, the West Indies international has a striker rate over 214 in the slog overs (16-20) in the IPL, making him the perfect finisher. The 25 year old has helped Rajasthan chase down huge targets this season while also being helpful in putting up huge scores when batting first. Shimron also announced on twitter replying to Rajasthan Royal’s tweet that he has returned to play for the RRs.

Victory against Chennai Super Kings is extremly important for Rajasthan Royals as that would means they play in the Qualifier 1 against Gujrat Titans. Thus, even if they lose to Gujrat, they get a second go in the qualifier two against the winner of the eliminator. Hence, the availability of Shimron is vital for the Sanju Samson led side.

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