IPL 2024: Top 10 Players Who Never Played IPL - In Pics

Mar 09, 2024

1. Mohammad Shahzad: The Afghan Powerhouse

Mohammad Shahzad, Afghanistan's star batsman, boasts a first-class double century and over 1000 List A cricket runs. Despite match-winning performances, he remains overlooked in the IPL auction.

2. Tamim Iqbal: Bangladesh's Unsung Hero

Tamim Iqbal, Bangladesh's first centurion at Lord's, showcases consistent class but falls short in IPL bids due to a modest T20 strike rate of 117.2 despite his match-winning potential.

3. Mushfiqur Rahim: Bangladesh's Keeper-Batsman

Despite his contributions to Bangladesh cricket, Mushfiqur Rahim's modest T20I average and strike rate deter IPL teams. His role as a wicketkeeping backup remains unrecognized in the league.

4. James Anderson: England's Swing King

James Anderson's prowess in Test cricket is undeniable, yet his absence from T20 internationals and personal choice to focus on longer formats hindered his IPL prospects despite his impressive T20 stats.

5. Stuart Broad: England's Towering Seamer

Stuart Broad's impressive T20 record and quality bowling in limited-overs cricket didn't secure him an IPL spot, indicating a gap in recognition of his T20 capabilities.

6. Inzamam-ul-Haq: Pakistan's Missed Opportunity

Despite PCB clearance, Inzamam-ul-Haq never graced the IPL, highlighting missed opportunities for the former Pakistani captain in the lucrative T20 league.

7. Brendan Taylor: Zimbabwe's Batting Gem

Brendan Taylor's remarkable contributions to Zimbabwe cricket haven't translated into IPL bids, underscoring the league's oversight of his talent despite his international and county cricket success.

8. Saqib Mahmood: England's Rising Pace Star

Saqib Mahmood's promising pace and swing bowling garnered attention, yet his untested T20 international record and high base price pose challenges in securing an IPL contract.

9. Ashton Agar: Australia's T20 Sensation

Ashton Agar's recent T20 successes, including a T20 World Cup win with Australia, haven't attracted IPL teams, highlighting challenges for overseas spinners in the IPL auction.

10. Craig Overton: England's All-round Prospect

Despite T20 experience and a decent record, Craig Overton's lack of international exposure and stiff competition among overseas pacers could see him overlooked in the IPL auction.

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