Last Update on: March 14th, 2020 at 05:53 pm
Since the inception of Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, it has evolved into one of the biggest cricketing carnivals around the world, featuring world-class players from a number of countries. Having said that though, Pakistani players are not allowed to participate in the IPL as per the regulations, even though this wasn’t the case in the first two seasons.
In the first couple of editions of IPL, Pakistani players were impactful, although the relations between India and Pakistan soured, which saw a subsequent ban on participation of Pakistani players in the cash-rich league.
In a parallel universe though, if the ban on these players was lifted, some players could have a big impact in India’s domestic T20 league as well.
Here are five Pakistani players who can be a major success in the IPL:
5) Shaheen Afridi
In the illustrious cricket history of Pakistan, the nation as produced numerous world-class pace bowlers. Bowling has always been Pakistan cricket team’s strength, due to the presence of some incredible pacers.
One such talented player who is making a name for himself nowadays is Shaheen Afridi.
Despite his young age, the 19-year-old has developed into a lethal weapon for the national team. Afridi has garnered a huge fan following due to his consistent performances for the Green Army.
He came into the limelight via the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and could have a big impact in the IPL as well if Pakistani players were allowed to participate.
