The Indian Premier League 2025 is set to resume after a temporary suspension due to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. Reports indicate that the tournament may restart on May 16 or 17, with the final scheduled for May 30 or June 1, pending a decision by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). However, two key Australian players might miss the remaining matches.
Mitchell Starc, a standout performer for Delhi Capitals, has been a topic of discussion regarding his potential withdrawal from the tournament. According to his manager, Starc may not return to India for the remaining matches. Starc has taken 14 wickets in 12 matches, making him Delhi Capitals’ leading wicket-taker. He was acquired by the team for ₹11.75 crore at the mega auction.
Australian Players’ Participation in Doubt
Another Australian player, Josh Hazlewood, is also facing uncertainty. Hazlewood, who plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), suffered a shoulder injury during the tournament and missed a match against Chennai Super Kings on May 3. Speculation suggests that his injury might keep him out of the remaining matches. So far, Hazlewood has taken 18 wickets in the tournament.
Markus Stoinis, another Australian player, has confirmed that his teammates are safe but hasn’t commented on their participation in the remaining matches. The BCCI’s decision on the tournament’s resumption will be crucial in determining the participation of these players.