Veteran wicket-keeper batsman Adam Gilchrist has questioned the growing dominance of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises in world cricket, saying their current trend of ‘monopoly’ is dangerous in Adam Gilchrist statement.
The statement of this veteran created a ruckus
Adam Gilchrist’s remarks come in the backdrop of reports that Australian batsman David Warner may pull out of the Big Bash League (BBL) this season and instead play in the more lucrative UAE league. Interestingly, three IPL franchises – Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals – have invested in teams in the UAE league in Adam Gilchrist statement.
Said such a thing about IPL
Gilchrist said, ‘He cannot force David Warner to play in the BBL. I understand this. Not only Warner, other players will also be involved in this. It is the growing global dominance of IPL franchises, who own several teams in the Caribbean Premier League in Adam Gilchrist statement.
Dangerous practice
Gilchrist said, “It is a somewhat dangerous trend because it is associated with the ownership of players and monopolizing their talent. It is related to where they can play and where they cannot play.
Advised the Australian Cricket Board
Gilchrist advised the Australian Cricket Board to look into the matter as many other cricketers may also follow Warner’s path in the future. He said, ‘If the players say, sorry Australian cricket, I am going to play for my Indian franchise teams in different tournaments then you cannot question him, it is his prerogative.
Adam Gilchrist Career
- Test – M-96, Runs-5570, Ave– 47.61, Hs-204
- ODI – M-287, Runs-9619, Ave-35.89, Hs– 172
- T20I – M-13, Runs-272, Ave-22.67, Hs-48
- IPL – M-80, Runs-2069, Ave-27.22 Hs-109
