00:00Lyndon Dykes is proving that sometimes the most valuable player isn't the one starting the match.
00:08The Scotland international has quickly emerged as Birmingham City's go-to impact substitute, delivering crucial goals at pivotal moments.
00:18In their 1-0 win over Swansea City, Dykes rose highest in the 94th minute to head home Patrick Roberts' cross, clinching all three points for Chris Davis' side.
00:28Remarkably, this came just seven minutes after the 29-year-old had been introduced from the bench.
00:34This was not an isolated incident earlier this season. Dykes came off the bench to score a dramatic stoppage time winner in a 2-1 victory at Blackburn Rovers,
00:44once again highlighting his goal-scoring ability and knack for being in the right place at the right time.
00:51Both goals underlined why he is fast developing a reputation as a super sub for Birmingham City.
00:58Dykes' journey this season has not been straightforward. A potential loan move to Hibernian fell through on deadline day, leaving him to reassess his role at St Andrews.
01:09Yet the 44-cap Scotland international has taken the setback in his stride, returning to the squad with renewed determination.
01:16His professionalism and work ethic have impressed Chris Davis, who values Dykes as not only for his goals, but also his presence in the dressing room.
01:27Birmingham boasts an array of attacking options.
01:29While Dykes may not match the previous goal-scoring record of Kyogo Furayashi, or the dynamism of record signing Jay Stansfield, he brings something different.
01:39As Blues push forward this season, Dykes' timely interventions could be the difference between a mid-table finish and a promotion challenge.
02:04In a squad brimming with talent, having a game-changing substitute like him may prove invaluable in the future.
02:13Thank you very much!
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