Even if the currently delayed Indian Premier League (IPL) season begins. Mitchell Starc, an Australian bowler for the Delhi Capitals (DC), is unlikely to make a comeback to India. The IPL, which was suspended for a week on Friday due to rising regional tensions between India and Pakistan. It is really expected to be skipped by the majority of the best Australian cricket players. The IPL could resume as early as May 16, according to sources close to the BCCI. Who informed NDTV on Sunday that the final would probably be moved from May 25 to May 30.
Leading Australian cricket players arrived in their cities after the IPL was suspended. After landing in Sydney with his wife, Alyssa Healy, Starc declined to comment to the local press about the situation.
However, if the tournament restarts, Starc might not go back to India, his management later told Australia’s Nine News.
Cricket Australia (CA) would back its players if they choose not to return for the IPL’s resumption. According to The Age.
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Australian cricketer Starc is not the only player whose IPL participation is under scrutiny. In order to prepare for the WTC final at Lord’s beginning on June 11. Pat Cummins and Travis Head, whose Sunrisers Hyderabad squad is already eliminated from playoff contention, may decide to stay in Australia.
Bringing back foreign players and support personnel who left India within 24 hours of the suspension is a logistical difficulty that further adds to the uncertainty.
Cricket South Africa has not yet determined if its players may stay over the May 25 NOC deadline. While the majority of the New Zealand team has already left for home. Player safety is the top priority, and the CSA board is anticipated to discuss this on Sunday.
This disruption has presented challenges as well as a benefit for teams like RCB. Rajat Patidar the captain was expected to miss two games after suffering a finger injury while fielding against CSK. Now, he has a valuable opportunity for recuperation because of the unplanned hiatus. With a cautious approach to his rehabilitation, RCB hopes to be ready for the playoffs and even the forthcoming India England on tour.
