Updated On: 08 April, 2025 09:16 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent
Despite the rocky beginning, Thakur managed to regain composure mid-over

Shardul Thakur (Pic: AFP)
Shardul Thakur on Tuesday delivered a marathon 11-ball over in a dramatic twist during the IPL 2025 clash between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens.
Shardul Thakur is the first bowler to ball 8 wide balls in a single IPL spell
Khaleel Ahmed, Pathirana held the record with seven wides previously
Only the second after Mohammed Siraj, to bowl five in an over
The first to bowl five wides in a row#IPL2025#KKRVSLSG