EXPLAINED: Why concussion sub for a shoulder injury? Mahela Jayawardene clarifies
Mumbai Indians faced controversy in their IPL 2026 loss to Chennai Super Kings after using Shardul Thakur as a concussion substitute for Mitchell Santner.
Coach Mahela Jayawardene defended the decision, citing a head injury, though Santner later wore a shoulder sling.
The debate overshadowed MI's continued struggles on the field.
Sanju Samson Powers CSK to Victory
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