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South Africa batsman Rassie van der Dussen is set to join Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the 14th season of IPL season as a replacement for Ben Stokes and Liam Livingstone, who have both returned to England.

Ben Stokes was ruled out while taking Chris Gayle’s catch in the opening match of the season. Stokes has to undergo finger surgery in England. On the other hand, Livingstone flew back home due to bio-bubble fatigue.

“Rassie van der Dussen’s fitness test could take place on Monday, and he should then officially link up with the Royals soon after should all go well. He will effectively slot in as a replacement for the injured Ben Stokes, and will join fellow Proteas Chris Morris and David Miller at the IPL team.”  Reported by SA Cricket Magazine.

The 32-year old batsman has scored 628 runs in 20 T20I matches at an impressive average of 41.87 and a decent strike rate of 138.63. However, this season would be his first appearance in IPL.

Meanwhile, the Royals have faced another blow as their speedster Jofra Archer has been ruled out from the entire IPL 2021.