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IPL Impact Player rule

IPL Impact Player rule

National · 2 updates

'Doesn’t make sense': DK on scrapping Impact Player rule before IPL 2027

Dinesh Karthik champions the retention of the Impact Player rule for IPL 2027 to ensure fairness across the board. He highlights that franchises have built their squads with the assumption of having an additional player available. Even as the rule appears to be waning in importance, Karthik underlines its initial advantages for match dynamics. He raises alarms over the potential decrease in opportunities for all-rounders if this rule is modified.

'I think it should be taken out': Rahane joins calls to abolish Impact Player rule

Ajinkya Rahane has raised significant concerns regarding the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League. He argues that this rule stifles the development of all-rounders in Indian cricket, restricting their vital opportunities on the field. Although some teams have exploited this rule for higher scores, it diminishes the role of bowlers and all-rounders.