The schedule of IPL 2023 is out and the first match will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings on March 31, 2023. Cricket fans all over the world are excited about one of the top sporting tournaments in the world. Players from different countries like Australia, England, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and others participate in IPL and make their name. IPL 2023 will be exciting as after a few years of Covid 19 pandemic, the tournament will be played without any restrictions at all Indian venues. However, some top-class cricketers are set to miss this year's IPL due to different reasons. Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant will also miss the IPL due to injury. Here are the 8 top cricketers who will not be part of IPL 2023.
1. Rishabh Pant: Rishabh Pant is the captain of the Delhi Capitals in the IPL. He suffered a car accident on December 30 last year, and because of multiple injuries, he will be not seen in IPL 2023.
2. Alex Hales: Alex Hales is the star opening batter of England. He played for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2022. He has chosen to miss IPL 2023 due to workload issues.
3. Sam Billings: Sam Billings is an England wicketkeeper-batter, he also played for KKR in IPL 2022. The batter will miss IPL 2023 as he decided to focus on the longer format of the game.
4. Dwayne Bravo: Dwayne Bravo is the one who made many records and played numerous match-winning knocks in IPL. From dance moves to brilliant catches, he is the one who helped in making IPL a famous league. Bravo is the highest wicket-taker in IPL history. He will miss IPL 2023 as he has announced his retirement from the game.
5. Kieron Pollard: Kieron Pollard is the star all-rounder and one of the most dangerous finishers of Mumbai Indians. He is the one who helped Mumbai twin 5 titles. He has also announced his retirement and will never be seen playing again for Mumbai Indians.
6. Pat Cummins: Pat Cummins is the key fast bowler of the Kolkata Knight Riders. He is also the captain of the Australian test team and due to a busy international schedule, he is likely to miss IPL 2023.
7. Aaron Finch: Australia right-handed opening batter Aaron played for nine different teams in IPL. For a couple of years, he was struggling in IPL and international cricket. So, Aaron Finch has announced his retirement from international cricket.
8. Jasprit Bumrah: Jasprit Bumrah is the key pacer for not only Mumbai Indians, but also for an Indian cricket team. According to a media report, Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled from IPL 2023 due to a back injury.
