IPL 2017: RPS bring in Imran Tahir as Mitchell’s replacement

The Rising Pune Supergiants have roped in South African leg-spinner Imran Tahir after Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was ruled out of the 10th edition of the VIVO IPL owing to a shoulder injury.

Imran Tahir, who was unsold in the 2017 VIVO IPL Player Auction, is from the registered available player pool list (RAPP list).

As per the player regulations, RPS are allowed the replacement player from the RAPP list.

Tahir had earlier represented Delhi Daredevils in VIVO IPL 2016.

Source: Deccan Chronicle