Lucknow Super Giants bowler Yudhvir Singh Charak came on as a concussion substitute for Mohsin Khan during his side’s IPL 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.

Yudhvir’s Entry

During the match on Sunday, Yudhvir Singh Charak made his way onto the field as a concussion substitute for Mohsin Khan, marking a significant moment in IPL history.

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Mohsin Khan’s Injury

Mohsin Khan suffered a head injury while fielding at the short third-man region during the 12th over of the match. His attempt to take a catch off Ravi Bishnoi’s bowling ended in an unfortunate collision with the ground, forcing him to leave the field for medical attention.

Yudhvir comes in as a concussion sub. Get well soon, Mohsin 🙏

— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) May 5, 2024

Yudhvir’s Impactful Performance in the Match

Upon replacing Mohsin Khan, Yudhvir spent little time making an impact. In his first over, the right-arm pacer dismissed Angkrish Raghuvanshi, showcasing his ability to handle pressure situations and contribute to his team’s performance.

Yudhvir Singh concussion sub strikes first ball. Angkrish Raghuvanshi tries to run it down to third man and nicks off to the keeper. Angkrish Raghuvanshi c Rahul b Yudhvir Singh 32(26) [4s-3 6s-1]

Significance of Yudhvir’s Substitution in IPL History

Yudhvir Singh Charak’s substitution marked only the second instance of a player being replaced due to a concussion in IPL history. Vishnu Vinod had replaced Ishan Kishan for Mumbai Indians in the second qualifier last year.