Why BCCI Took Action Against Players
The BCCI has decided to deduct 30% of the salary from each of these five players who exited the league mid-season. This decision comes as a consequence for not honoring their full-season commitments. Here’s what we know so far about their salaries and how much each will lose due to this disciplinary action.
One of the players involved is Mitchell Starc, who played for Delhi Capitals. If the Delhi Capitals reach the final, 30% of Starcโs salary will be cut by the BCCI. He was purchased for โน11.75 crore during the IPL auction. Since he is not playing the IPL anymore, โน3.92 crore will be deducted from his earnings, resulting in nearly โน4 crore in financial loss.
List of IPL Players Fined by BCCI
- Mitchell Starc โ Bought by Delhi Capitals for โน11.75 crore. โน3.92 crore will be deducted.
- Faf du Plessis โ Salary was โน2 crore. โน67 lakh will be deducted.
- Unnamed Delhi Capitals Player โ Salary was โน9 crore. โน3 crore will be deducted; the player will receive the remaining โน6 crore.
- Jos Buttler โ Bought by Gujarat Titans for โน15.75 crore. โน5.25 crore will be deducted.
- Kagiso Rabada โ Bought by Gujarat Titans for โน10.73 crore. โน3.60 crore will be deducted.
These salary deductions come as a massive blow to the players. The BCCI is expected to remain strict in enforcing player discipline during the IPL season.
What This Means for IPL and Player Contracts
The financial penalties indicate a growing seriousness within the IPL framework regarding contractual obligations. Players leaving mid-season impacts both team strategies and tournament integrity. ESPN Cricinfo and other cricketing bodies have reported similar disciplinary concerns in the past.
These actions by the BCCI could set a precedent for the coming seasons of IPL. Fans and analysts await the official confirmations and statements from the franchises and the board.
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