IPL teams may push for action against unreliable foreign players

Various franchise managements have underscored their concerns regarding the perceived lack of respect and commitment from certain foreign players towards the IPL auction process. This issue is set to be the principal topic of discussion at Wednesday evening’s meeting between Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officials and franchise owners of the participants in the Indian Premier League.

The actions of players such as Jason Roy, Alex Hales, and Wanindu Hasaranga, among others, who have previously withdrawn from the IPL seemingly due to receiving low bids, have raised significant concerns within the IPL management. The unconvincing reasons for their withdrawals, ranging from personal issues to injuries, have left franchises dissatisfied. The upcoming meeting will underscore the necessity for corrective measures to address these concerns and ensure unwavering player commitment, as reported by Cricbuzz.

In their recent one-on-one meetings with the BCCI CEO, franchise officials have advocated for action against unreliable players who have withdrawn without valid reasons, with some even suggesting bans for these truant individuals. The teams have reported that sudden withdrawals have disrupted their meticulously detailed planning conducted prior to the auction. While the BCCI's response to these grievances will be disclosed at the upcoming meeting, the inclusion of this issue on the agenda underscores the board's serious stance on the matter.

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In their recent one-on-one meetings with the BCCI CEO, franchise officials have advocated for action against unreliable players who have withdrawn without valid reasons, with some even suggesting bans for these defaulting individuals. The teams have reported that sudden withdrawals have disrupted their meticulously detailed planning conducted prior to the auction. While the BCCI's response to these grievances will be disclosed at the upcoming meeting, the inclusion of this issue on the agenda underscores the board's serious stance on the matter.

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The franchises have also underscored a recurring pattern where some foreign players opt out of participating in the mega-auction, instead entering the mini-auction where they often secure higher bids. This is a concern the teams wish to address, and it is understood that the BCCI has previously given careful consideration to these grievances from team representatives.

Concerning IPL regulations and incremental performance pay, which are among the top items on the agenda, the franchises advocate for these matters to be discretionary rather than mandatory. They assert that teams should possess the autonomy to determine appraisals, rather than having the BCCI dictate these decisions.