New Delhi: England pacer Reece Topley would miss the Indian Premier League after suffering a dislocated shoulder earlier this week, Royal Challengers Bangalore confirmed on Friday.
On Monday, Topley landed awkwardly on his 2.01-meter frame while fielding against Mumbai Indians and left the ground.
He has reportedly flown home, and the replacement for the star bowler is expected to be announced soon.
“Thank You for putting your body on the line and giving your 100 percent. We would miss you and wish you a speedy recovery, mate,” RCB tweeted on Friday.
“Fearsome with the ball and fearless on the field! We do not just call you top lad Topley for nothing.”
The 29-year-old’s exit is the second blow to the IPL team in days after top order batter Rajat Patidar was ruled out with a heel wounded on Tuesday.
Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood and Spinner Wanindu Hasaranga could join the squad next week as replacements, RCB coach Sanjay Bangar told the Press Trust of India news agency on Thursday.
Bangalore is one from two this season after losing to Kolkata Knight Riders by 81 runs on Thursday evening.
