IPL 2020: Lasith Malinga opts out of upcoming season; James Pattinson to replace him at MI
India TV Sports Desk | 02 Sep 2020, 6:21 PMLasith Malinga has withdrawn from the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League due to personal reasons.
Lasith Malinga has withdrawn from the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League due to personal reasons.
Former Australian batsman Matthew Hayden has named two Indian pacers who can step up in the UAE during IPL 2020.
The former BCCI president was initially furious with Raina's departure but softened his stance later. The player also seemed to have spoken to Srinivasan and called him a father figure besides indicating that he might come back.
Ponting is more concerned about the non-striker stealing a few extra yards calling it "cheating" and still feels that Mankading is not the right option
Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has said that he would genuinely want to watch the Indian batsman perform in the upcoming edition of the IPL.
Earlier last month, Ponting, in an interview mentioned that he would have a "hard conversation" with Ashwin over the Mankading debate.
BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal has said that the 2020 edition of the IPL will begin as per the schedule, adding that the full schedule will be announced soon.
Weather conditions will be a challenge this season for franchises, which could be overcome by managing training sessions better, Ponting said.
The 39-year-old recalled his favourite moment with the Yellow Army - the first game he played for CSK, where Dwayne Bravo snatched victory from Mumbai Indians' jaw.
Suresh Raina has said that he may even return to Chennai Super Kings camp in Dubai.
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