Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar criticized overseas players in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for their lack of commitment and fitness excuses. He suggested that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) should enforce stricter rules on players who do not fully dedicate themselves to their roles. Gavaskar dismissed claims of being “informed before” and mocked concerns about workload, stating that bowling just four overs in a match is not demanding.
He highlighted the case of Kolkata Knight Riders missing Australia’s Cameron Green due to injury and Sunrisers Hyderabad facing challenges without captain Pat Cummins. Gavaskar emphasized that foreign players and their respective cricket boards benefit financially from IPL contracts, and therefore, players should show more accountability to the franchises that invest in them.
He proposed a two-year ban for players who are not available from the start of the tournament unless they are on national duty. Gavaskar also pointed out the financial benefits for cricket boards from IPL contracts and called for greater transparency in these transactions.
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