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South African fast bowler Dale Steyn has joined Virat Kohli-led Bangalore team in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League to replace an injured Australian bowler, Nathan Coulter-Nile, who is recovering from a back injury. "Nathan Coulter-Nile is still recovering from a sustained injury and has been prescribed ample rest," a Bangalore spokesperson told IANS.  

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The spokesperson added, "He is a player of tremendous talent and owing to his personal time-out, however, he won't be able to play during IPL season 12."

"His absence has been felt greatly both in the team and on ground. Team RCB wishes Nathan a heartfelt speedy recovery and an early comeback. Replacing him in the squad is the explosive fast bowler Dale Steyn. We all welcome him to the RCB squad!" he further added.  

Virat's team has so far lost six matches on the trot in the ongoing season of Indian Premier League. 

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Steyn went sold in the previous two IPL auctions and last played in the competition in 2016 when he represented Gujarat Lions. 

He also played for RCB between 2008 and 2010, taking 27 wickets. Now, with the availability of Steyn, Bangalore would be hoping to get a boost. 

The Virat Kohli-led side takes on Ashwin-led Punjab in Mohali on Saturday.