Key Players Set to Miss the Start of IPL 2025 Due to Injuries & Personal Commitments
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) is set to begin on March 22, 2025. While fans eagerly await the thrilling T20 action, several high-profile players are set to miss the start of the season due to injuries, personal commitments, or national duties. Their absence will impact team strategies and could change the dynamics of the tournament.
Major Players Ruled Out for IPL 2025 Start & Their Replacements
Here’s a comprehensive look at the players who will miss the opening matches and their potential replacements:
Confirmed Absentees & Replacements
| Player | Team | Reason | Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Injury | TBD |
| Gerald Coetzee | Gujarat Titans | Injury | TBD |
| Anrich Nortje | Kolkata Knight Riders | Injury | TBD |
| Hardik Pandya | Mumbai Indians | Injury | TBD |
| Jacob Bethell | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Injury | TBD |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Mumbai Indians | Back injury | Expected to return by April |
| Mitchell Marsh | Lucknow Super Giants | Injury | TBD |
| Mayank Yadav | Lucknow Super Giants | Injury | TBD |
| Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar | Mumbai Indians | Spinal fracture | Mujeeb Ur Rahman |
| Lizaad Williams | Mumbai Indians | Injury | Corbin Bosch |
| Harry Brook | Delhi Capitals | Personal reasons | Withdrawn from IPL 2025 |
| Umran Malik | Kolkata Knight Riders | Hip injury | TBD |
| Lockie Ferguson | Punjab Kings | Hamstring injury | TBD |
| Pat Cummins | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Ankle injury | TBD |
| Brydon Carse | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Toe injury | Wiaan Mulder |
In-Depth Analysis: How These Absences Impact IPL 2025
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Mumbai Indians Face Setbacks
Mumbai Indians will miss Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar, weakening their bowling attack. While Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Corbin Bosch have been brought in, MI will hope for Bumrah’s early return.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Concerns
With England pacer Brydon Carse out, SRH has drafted Wiaan Mulder as a replacement. However, losing Carse could affect their pace attack depth.
Delhi Capitals Lose Harry Brook—Again!
For the second consecutive year, Harry Brook has opted out of the IPL, citing national commitments. His absence might weaken DC’s middle order and could lead to a two-year IPL suspension for him.
Kolkata Knight Riders & Gujarat Titans Hit by Injuries
KKR will miss Anrich Nortje and Umran Malik, while GT loses Gerald Coetzee. Both teams will have to rethink their bowling strategies.
What’s Next?
- Franchises must finalize replacements before the IPL kicks off on March 22.
- Medical clearances could determine if some players return mid-season.
- Franchises may rely on new talent or tactical changes to cover these gaps.
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