Pakistan, May 11 -- (Web Desk) - Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood is unlikely to return for the remainder of IPL 2025 due to a lingering shoulder niggle and his upcoming commitment to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final. The fast bowler had already missed Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) last home game on May 3 against Chennai Super Kings and was expected to sit out the next clash with Lucknow Super Giants before the tournament was suspended.

The IPL 2025 season was put on hold on May 9 following growing tensions between India and Pakistan. However, with a ceasefire agreement reached, the league could resume as early as May 15 or 16. Still, Hazlewood's chances of playing remain slim as he continues rehabilitation and focuses on...