Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 12:29pm on 27 Mar 2025,Thursday Sports
A significant drop in English participation marks IPL 2025, with only ten England players featuring, compared to eighteen in 2024. Star players like Ben Stokes and Harry Brook have opted out to prioritize England’s packed international schedule, including a five-Test series against India and the Ashes. Stokes cited workload management as a key factor, emphasizing the need to prolong his England career. This shift highlights a growing trend of English players choosing national duty over lucrative T20 leagues, raising concerns about player availability for future IPL seasons. The decision underscores the increasing demands of international cricket. (PC: Wikipedia)
