First 5 Wicket Haul in IPL, Who's Yash Thakur?

Author: Subhi Saxena Date: 08/04/24 Credit: Instagram Credit: Instagram

Yash Thakur

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5 Wickets Haul

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163 Defended

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Performance

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Yash's Idol

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Wanted to Wicketkeeper

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Wicket-keeping Inspiration

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IPL Journey

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Top 10 Indian Spinners of All Time

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