On the one hand, the 2024 IPL is nearing its end. On the other hand, the T20 World Cup 2024 is approaching. At such a time, foreign star cricketers of various franchises have started leaving the IPL to prepare for the World Cup.
Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings have confirmed that several of their star players are leaving to prepare for the World Cup for the national team.
Rajasthan's star cricketer Jos Buttler, who is on the brink of the playoffs, is leaving ahead of the Pakistan series. Will Jacques and Rich Toppleo, who played for Bengaluru, are leaving with him. Punjab's Liam Livingston is out of the IPL early due to a knee injury problem.
Besides, Phil Salt, the opening batsman of Kolkata Knight Riders, will also leave the IPL. who joined KKR as a replacement for Jason Roy. But Salt has been very successful. He has scored more than 400 runs so far. He has made the opening pair of KKR great with Sunil Narine. Salt's departure would be a huge loss for KKR to ensure the playoffs.
However, the implications of England cricketers leaving the IPL are many. Because the franchises have to play more seriously with the playoffs in front. The departure of influential foreign cricketers at such a time is undoubtedly a big blow for the franchises.