Gujarat Titans all-rounder Washington Sundar recently weighed in on the much-debated Impact Player rule in the IPL with a rather cheeky but grounded response. When asked about his views on the rule, Sundar avoided making a definitive call and instead shifted the spotlight onto the fans. “You really have to ask the audience,” Washington Sundar […]

MS Dhoni’s evolution as a cricketer has always fascinated fans and analysts alike. Once revered for his ability to anchor innings and finish games with an air of invincibility, Dhoni has, in the twilight of his career, embraced a different role at Chennai Super Kings (CSK). For the past couple of IPL seasons, the CSK […]

Justin Langer, the head coach of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), shared insights into the franchise’s strategy for the upcoming 2025 IPL mega auction, set to take place in Jeddah on November 24 and 25. As they approach the auction with a strong INR 69 crore budget, LSG has already retained key players including Nicholas […]

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is gearing up for a significant shake-up ahead of the 2025 season with new retention rules and a larger auction purse. Franchises can now retain up to six players, and the right-to-match (RTM) option will be reintroduced at the auction. These changes are set against the backdrop of an increased […]

England’s white-ball captain Jos Buttler believes the Impact Player rule in the IPL has not been a detriment to the development of all-rounders as well. He considers all-rounders a necessity and not a luxury as well. However, the Impact Player rule allows any player in the playing XI to be replaced by another five Impact […]

Ravichandran Ashwin has defended the Impact Player rule in the IPL 2024, dismissing claims that it is the primary cause of the soaring scores this season. While prominent figures like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have voiced their concerns, suggesting the rule disrupts balance and hinders the rise of all-rounders, Ashwin remains a staunch supporter, […]

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s premier spinners, attributes the high scores in the IPL not solely to the impact player rule but to the evolving skills of batters. He also emphasizes the need for bowlers to enhance their batting abilities to meet the modern demands of cricket. This IPL season has seen some extraordinary batting performances, […]

The ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 has witnessed varied opinions regarding the Impact Player rule, drawing both criticism and support from players and coaches. Amidst the discourse, former India head coach Ravi Shastri has emerged as a staunch advocate for the rule, emphasizing its positive impact on the game’s evolution. Implemented first in the […]

In a post-match press conference following Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2024, Mitchell Starc delved into the Impact Player rule’s influence on the surge in high scores. The left-arm pacer attributed KKR’s success to outstanding performances by Venkatesh Iyer and himself, marking KKR’s first win against MI at […]

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 introduced the ‘Impact Player’ rule ahead of the season, aiming to add more excitement to the T20 league. However, the move has sparked mixed reactions within the cricketing community, with many expressing concerns, including Team India captain Rohit Sharma. In a recent podcast appearance on Club Prairie Fire with […]