With Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane in the middle, Aakash Chopra predicted that India will have 200 runs lead on the third day.
Shardul finished with incredible figures of 7-61 in 17.5 overs, dismissing the likes of Dean Elgar, Keegan Petersen, and Temba Bavuma.
The fast bowler became the highest Indian wicket-taker in an innings during the second Test against South Africa at the Wanderers in Johannesburg.
The selectors decided to include Shardul as an additional seam bowler when it was clear that Hardik might not be able to roll his arm over.
Shardul Thakur can be a game-changer on his day and this decision is certainly an indication of the impact, he has left on the minds of the selectors with his performances.
PBKS moved above defending champions MI on the points table to fifth place, as they won the match in under 14 overs.
Suresh Raina has failed to make much of an impact for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2021 but has enjoyed a consistent run of opportunities.
Dwayne Bravo and Shardul Thakur helped CSK restrict RCB to a total of 156, which is certainly praiseworthy considering the fine performances by Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal.
Shardul Thakur smashed 107 runs and took three wickets as India won the Oval Test against England.
Virat Kohli and the Indian cricket team secured a magnificent win at The Oval, winning the match by 157 runs.