Former India Star Criticizes England Players for Leaving IPL 2024 Midway: ‘Don’t Come’

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has criticized the England cricketers who have left the IPL 2024 midway to join the national team for the T20 World Cup training camp. The likes of Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Will Jacks will not be part of the playoffs despite their teams being in contention. Pathan took to social media to express his frustration, stating, “Either be available for the full season or don’t come!”

In other IPL news, Rajasthan Royals suffered a 5-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings, with Sam Curran shining with an exceptional all-round performance. RR captain Sanju Samson admitted that his team fell short by 10-15 runs and lacked an extra bowling option. Samson emphasized the need for players to step up and show character during this tough phase, as the team has lost four consecutive games.

Reflecting on the match, Samson mentioned the challenge of adapting to lower-scoring pitches this season, where 200-plus totals are not common. He stressed the importance of building partnerships and playing smart cricket to achieve competitive scores. Samson remains hopeful that the team will bounce back in the upcoming games and urged his players to deliver match-winning performances.

The absence of key England players and the struggles of Rajasthan Royals highlight the unpredictable nature of the IPL and the need for teams to adapt quickly to varying conditions. As the playoffs approach, teams will be looking to regroup and make a final push for the title.