New Delhi: After a brief suspension as the Indian Premier League (IPL), it is ready for its dramatic return on 17 May, Cricket Australia (CA) has thrown all his support behind the players who choose to not go back to India. The tournament, stopped due to increased tension between India and Pakistan, will resume after a ceasefire agreement between the two countries.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Many Australian players and employees returned home in the weekend, who were surprised by geopolitical disturbance and brought the IPL to a stay on 9 May. Now, with the league resumed, they are facing a hard call: stay on the return or national duties for the final stretch of the IPL.Also Read: IPL 2025 New Schedule: Czech Venue, Timing in IST, Date, Full Fit and moreCA said in an official statement, “Cricket Australia will support the players in their personal decisions whether to return to India or not.” “Team management will work through the implications of preparations for the World Test Championships for players who choose to play in the remaining IPL matches.”“We are maintaining communication with the Australian government and BCCI around security and security,” the statement said.The World Test Championship Final against South Africa, starting from June 11, eight days after the closing of the IPL, largely, on a large scale. With fitness and mental readiness in fast focus, CA is working closely with the BCCI and the Australian government to assess the ongoing security measures.
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It includes Australians, many -including Pat Cummins, Josh Hazelwood, Travis Head and Mitchell Starc, are important for Australia’s WTC schemes. Hazelwood, currently nursing on a shoulder injury, is expected to recover in time. Other IPL playoff races like Mich Marsh and Josh England are active in the race.
Meanwhile, Australian coaches and commentators, including Justin Langer, Ricky Ponting and Matthew Hayden, are also weighing their return amidst logical challenges.There are 13 group matches remaining, in which a match due to sirens, including resumption of mid-play, will not only be closely watched for cricket, but also respond to the delicate balance of duties and safety players.
