Shardul Thakur the Lucknow Super Giants LSG all-rounder has hit out at cricket commentators accusing them of offering criticism without understanding the real-world challenges faced on the pitch. Outflanking Challenges Critics Initially going unsold during the IPL Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction Shardul Thakur was later signed by LSG as a replacement for Mohsin Khan who was sidelined by injury. Since then he has emerged as one of the tournaments standout performers seizing the spot of the second-highest wicket-taker and the leading fast bowler. Thakurs recent performance was pivotal in LSGs victory against Gujarat Titans with the team securing a six-wicket win at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Thakur dismissed Sherfane Rutherford and Rahul Tewatia ending with figures of 2 for 34 in his quota of 4 overs. Responding to Commentary Criticism Reflecting on both his performance and broader criticisms directed at bowlers Thakur remarked quotIrsquove always believed that as a bowling unit wersquove bowled well throughout the season. Often in commentary the bowlers face harsh criticism. However itrsquos crucial to accept that cricket has evolved and higher scores are becoming regular.quot Must ReadWatch Abhishek Sharmas mother overjoyed by sons ton her reaction breaks internet Thakur further spotlighted the LSG bowling units ability to defend totals in challenging conditions. quotItrsquos to our credit that wersquove managed to defend scores on two occasions when batting first. We set a target the pitch became more favourable for batting yet we successfully defended the target mdash winning by 10 runs and 4 runs in Kolkataquot he said. Addressing the issue of critique coming from commentators Thakur added quotCriticism is inevitable especially from commentators. Itrsquos easy to critique bowlers from the studio without seeing the real challenges on the ground. Perhaps they should reflect on their own records before passing judgement on others.quot