"IPL is much better than PSL": Sikandar Raza

[Sherazkhalid]

No Sherlock, I would have never figured that out.

 

[shortbread]

Fielding especially makes PSL in a league of it's own, the standards are unmatched. One wonders what goes through the fielding coaches minds when they witness some of the epic fielding highlights from the local boys. One cannot deny it, the fielding alone makes it quite entertaining sometimes.

 

[BouncerGuy]

IPL is much more established as compared to PSL which started in 16. IPL is bigger, has more money, more players. But still, you have to admit one fact, PSL has played a significant role in the revival of international cricket in Pakistan by hosting matches in the country. This has brought the cricket back to the local fans.

 

[IAJ]

Nothing has changed here, same childish discussions like «my dad is stronger than your dad». Lage rawo.

 

[Savak]

Apparently some of the PSL Franchise owners have appealed to the PCB to find another window for the PSL going forward, the PSL cannot compete financially with SAT20 and ILT20 yet and also most marque T20 players prefer to rest during the PSL so that they can enjoy the IPL.

The PSL Cannot grow and get good commercial deals without the involvement of top players therefore the next best option is to get out of the cramped Jan to May window and find another window.

 

[SportsWarrior]

Apparently some of the PSL Franchise owners have appealed to the PCB to find another window for the PSL going forward, the PSL cannot compete financially with SAT20 and ILT20 yet and also most marque T20 players prefer to rest during the PSL so that they can enjoy the IPL.

The PSL Cannot grow and get good commercial deals without the involvement of top players therefore the next best option is to get out of the cramped Jan to May window and find another window.

June to Sep they will find it difficult too as it will clash with CPL, WI and England home season. Only few current players show up in PSL and most of them are from WI and England. If it clashes with CPL and WI/England home season they will also disappear. Nov to Feb is India/Aus/NZ home season and India likely to have top teams playing at home during this time. So its pretty tight for PSL. May be in OCT, but i doubt they will get good players as none of the first choice AUS/NZ and SA players would be willing to take a chance just before start of their home season.

PSL is in bad situation. What is really surprising is that PSL is struggling to attract well paying sponsors as there is hardly any other major competition for PSL within Pak. Pak movie industry is not so big, there are no other leagues like Kabaddi or soccer leagues, and no other major sports competing for sponsorship money. I know Pak economy is not doing well, but it has been close to a decade now and is struggling to hold itself against SAT20 and ILT20.

 

[Savak]

June to Sep they will find it difficult too as it will clash with CPL, WI and England home season. Only few current players show up in PSL and most of them are from WI and England. If it clashes with CPL and WI/England home season they will also disappear. Nov to Feb is India/Aus/NZ home season and India likely to have top teams playing at home during this time. So its pretty tight for PSL. May be in OCT, but i doubt they will get good players as none of the first choice AUS/NZ and SA players would be willing to take a chance just before start of their home season.

PSL is in bad situation. What is really surprising is that PSL is struggling to attract well paying sponsors as there is hardly any other major competition for PSL within Pak. Pak movie industry is not so big, there are no other leagues like Kabaddi or soccer leagues, and no other major sports competing for sponsorship money. I know Pak economy is not doing well, but it has been close to a decade now and is struggling to hold itself against SAT20 and ILT20.

I think Oct - Nov will be ideal for hosting the PSL in Pakistan as it will be close to the end of the hot weather in Pakistan, you will find a better chance of getting top international players and the PSL will be held before the BBL, SAT20, ILT20, BPL and IPL.

After IPL, PSL has the second best broadcast deal but the league is not really growing as it should be because of the competition which has crept up.

The PCB can use the Feb-March window to host its domestic T20 tournament or ODI tournament instead.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

I think Oct - Nov will be ideal for hosting the PSL in Pakistan as it will be close to the end of the hot weather in Pakistan, you will find a better chance of getting top international players and the PSL will be held before the BBL, SAT20, ILT20, BPL and IPL.

After IPL, PSL has the second best broadcast deal but the league is not really growing as it should be because of the competition which has crept up.

The PCB can use the Feb-March window to host its domestic T20 tournament or ODI tournament instead.

Yep we can just swap domestic window with PSL.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

After skipping IPL in 2020 and 2022, Jason Roy has decided to skip it yet again in 2024 due to personal reasons. It appears he is not interested in IPL anymore.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

After skipping IPL in 2020 and 2022, Jason Roy has decided to skip it yet again in 2024 due to personal reasons. It appears he is not interested in IPL anymore.

This is great news for KKR. They have replaced a completely washed up opener with probably the best English T20 opener currently in Phil Salt

 

[The Bald Eagle]

After skipping IPL in 2020 and 2022, Jason Roy has decided to skip it yet again in 2024 due to personal reasons. It appears he is not interested in IPL anymore.

Roy, representing the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 17th edition has opted out citing personal reasons. This isn't the first time Roy has made such a decision; he had previously withdrawn from IPL 2020 while playing for Delhi Capitals (DC) and IPL 2022 with the Gujarat Titans (GT).

In 2020, he cited personal reasons for his withdrawal, while in 2022, he took an "indefinite break" from the game.

Roy explained in an official statement released by KKR that he had to make the difficult choice to skip IPL to spend time with his family. He emphasized that he has been away since January and feels the need to reconnect with his family before a busy year ahead.

Despite his absence, Roy expressed his support for the Kolkata Knight Riders and wished them luck for the tournament.

“After much consideration, I have made the tough decision to miss this year’s IPL. Having been away since the start of January I need to get back to my family and have a refresh before a very busy year ahead. I will be supporting my friends and teammates at KKR throughout the tournament and wish them the best of luck,” Roy said.

KKR also announced Roy's replacement, fellow England cricketer Phil Salt, who remained unsold at IPL 2024 despite an impressive performance with Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL 2023.

 

[Savak]

How much was Roy being offered? People have to be paid handsomely to commit themselves for a 2 month league, they will not do it for a small amount.

 

[Red-Indian]

How much was Roy being offered? People have to be paid handsomely to commit themselves for a 2 month league, they will not do it for a small amount.

You have to admire guys like him. Roy's giving up $350kish. Guys like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are even more impressive. They gave up a million dollars per season easily and maybe more by skipping a few seasons of IPL. Of course, it's not like they're poor but Aussie players really value their national team commitments. Hats off to them.

 

[Savak]

You have to admire guys like him. Roy's giving up $350kish. Guys like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are even more impressive. They gave up a million dollars per season easily and maybe more by skipping a few seasons of IPL. Of course, it's not like they're poor but Aussie players really value their national team commitments. Hats off to them.

I believe Aussie players either get compensated by Cricket Australia or sign Insurance contracts which compensate them for missing out on IPL.

 

[Red-Indian]

I believe Aussie players either get compensated by Cricket Australia or sign Insurance contracts which compensate them for missing out on IPL.

Can't be anywhere near that money. Cummins' or Starc's entire compensation for the year from Cricket Australia is less than what they make for a couple of months in the IPL from what I can make out from googling. I can't find any specific explanation of being compensated for choosing to skip IPL. You have to admire their commitment to national duties.

 

[pakistani pride]

You have to admire guys like him. Roy's giving up $350kish. Guys like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are even more impressive. They gave up a million dollars per season easily and maybe more by skipping a few seasons of IPL. Of course, it's not like they're poor but Aussie players really value their national team commitments. Hats off to them.

True, Aus players are from a different level when it comes to commitment with regards to represent your country. Just 2 days ago in the TEST match you have a guy batting NO at 98 and they dont care, all they want is to win the game asap. Compare that to our paper superstars who get all excited when hitting a 50 in a domestic T20 game!

 

[JaDed]

You have to admire guys like him. Roy's giving up $350kish. Guys like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc are even more impressive. They gave up a million dollars per season easily and maybe more by skipping a few seasons of IPL. Of course, it's not like they're poor but Aussie players really value their national team commitments. Hats off to them.

In Aus it’s about respect, they can make money today or tomorrow but the window to get baggy green is short.

Aus is a nation first..

 

[The Bald Eagle]

After Roy, Harry Brooks also withdraws from IPL

 

[The Bald Eagle]

A lot of English players skipping IPL, just tell you a lot about waning interest in IPL. Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood, Roy and now Brook.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

David Willey will skip the IPL this year instead of playing it willy nilly. IPL certainly losing its clout now.

 

[jnaveen1980]

After Roy, Harry Brooks also withdraws from IPL

Phil salt replaced him. Everyone was surprised when he went unsolld.

 

[Saj]

I interviewed Sikandar recently. Interview coming soon on PP and he clarified what he had actually said when asked this question.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

In Aus it’s about respect, they can make money today or tomorrow but the window to get baggy green is short.

Aus is a nation first..

They have their share of league specialists like Tim David and Chris Green and many others.

But those with central contracts and playing in the Test side usually have no issues skipping IPL/BBL for workload reasons .

Starc hasn't played any domestic T20 since 2015 or something ridiculous like that.

Very admirable.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1773015875815141604

 

[JaDed]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1773015875815141604

And crowd roaring, bhai roaring.

 

[OldWarHorse]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1773015875815141604

Small boundary at Hyderabad? That's news to me