The upcoming IPL 2024 mega event is gearing up to thrill cricket enthusiasts. From March 22nd, preparations for the 17th season have been underway with teams deeply engrossed in practice sessions. They are aiming for the coveted title, making strategic moves to strengthen their squads. However, several star players are pulling away from the season due to various reasons. Some have encountered injuries, while others are unavailable for personal commitments. Let’s take a closer look.
Mohammed Shami
Shami, the star pacer for the Gujarat Titans in IPL, is sidelined from the team due to injuries. He recently underwent medical treatment in London for his injuries and is currently recovering.
Mark Wood
England’s pacer Mark Wood announced his withdrawal from this year’s IPL, shocking the Lucknow Super Giants team. Wood clarified that he needs to take steps to recover from his ailments before considering any future cricketing commitments.
Matthew Wade
Australian star player Matthew Wade will also be absent from the Gujarat Titans’ opening matches of the IPL. His participation may be delayed due to his involvement in the Sheffield Shield tournament finals, causing him to miss several matches.
Prasidh Krishna
Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna will not participate in this season of IPL. The key bowler for the Rajasthan Royals team is recovering from injuries, keeping him away from the tournament. His absence is notable during the ongoing Ranji matches.
Jason Roy
Key player Jason Roy for the Kolkata Knight Riders has opted out of this year’s IPL. Personal reasons led the English opener to take a break from the tournament. His absence from crucial matches has left KKR fans surprised.
Gus Atkinson
England’s fast bowler Gus Atkinson is also missing from this edition of the IPL. He was playing for Kolkata Knight Riders team but decided to step away from IPL commitments due to personal reasons.
Devon Conway
Chennai Super Kings star opener Devon Conway is another player who will be absent from this season. Conway sustained injuries recently and underwent medical treatment, ruling him out of the entire tournament.
