IPL 2024: England fast bowler Reece Topley refuses to play in PSL 2024, signs for MI Emirates in ILT20. Reece Topley has joined MI at Emirates ahead of the ILT20 knockout on Tuesday, February 13.
Sri Lankan Batsman Bhanuka Rapaksa Also Signed:-
The announcement came after Topley was ruled out of the Pakistan Super League 2024. MI Emirates also signed Sri Lankan batsman Bhanuka Rapaksa along with USA wicketkeeper-batsman Monank Patel ahead of the Qualifier 1 match.
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Topley and Monank joined the team in place of Fazalhaq Faruqi and Corey Anderson. Meanwhile, Rajapaksa joined the team as the second wild-card entry of the season.
Why Did Reece Topley Withdraw His Name From PSL?
The England and Wales Cricket Board reportedly refused to grant NOC to Topley to participate in the PSL. This dealt a big blow to Multan Sultans and the 29-year-old player was ruled out of the entire tournament.
Just before the start of the Pakistan Premier League (PSL), Reece Topley refused to play in this tournament. After this, the Multan Sultans team suffered a big blow.
ECB Flatly Refuses To Give NOC To Rees:-
If media reports are to be believed, Reece Topley is injured. Because of this, he could not be a part of PSL. On the other hand, it is being claimed that the ECB flatly refused to give NOC to Rees.
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But, despite all this, Topley surprised everyone by signing ILT20. Let us tell you that even though Topley has chosen Pakistan, he will be seen spreading his magic for RCB in the worldβs biggest cricket league IPL 2024.
