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Is any Pakistani player in IPL?

Published in Cricket Politics 1 min read

No, there are currently no Pakistani players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Pakistani cricketers have been absent from the IPL since its inaugural season in 2008. This absence is largely due to strained diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan, particularly following the Mumbai Attacks of 26/11 in 2008. The reference material states, "The Pakistan cricketers haven't been allowed to play in the IPL since the inaugural edition in 2008 due to diplomatic relations between the two countries or the lack of them, especially after the Mumbai Attacks of 26/11 in the very same year."

The following table summarizes the situation:

Aspect Details
Pakistani Players in IPL None since 2008
Reason Geopolitical Tensions & Diplomatic relations

Therefore, the current political climate prevents any Pakistani player from participating in the IPL. This is a consistent policy since the 2008 season.

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