Many Foreign Players in the IPL 2025 went back to their respective homelands after the India-Pakistan war tension rose and after the IPL was suspended for a week.
The latest update is that both countries agreed on ceasefire terms and Pakistan agreed not to break the rules after India destroyed their many airbase and terrorist camps, which reside in Pakistan.
The IPL and BCCI are able to safeguard every player, including the Indians, and every foreign player did not feel much threat because they knew India had one of the best armies. Even Ricky Ponting asked foreign players to stay as he has full faith in the BCCI and the Indian Army.
The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) faced an unprecedented halt due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which raised concerns over Foreign Players’ safety and logistics.
As the tournament reached a standstill, several overseas players opted to return to their home countries, leaving their participation in the remainder of the season in doubt.
While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is actively exploring a resumption window, possibly relocating matches to neutral venues, team strategies and squad dynamics have already been impacted.
Overseas Players Who Have Left India (Team-wise)
Here’s a team-wise breakdown of the overseas players who have left India and an assessment of who might not return if the IPL resumes in the coming weeks.
| Franchise | Players Who Returned Home |
|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Josh Hazlewood, Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Nuwan Thushara, Romario Shepherd, Lungi Ngidi |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, Moeen Ali, Jacob Bethell |
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | Mitchell Starc, Tristan Stubbs, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sediqullah Atal, Faf du Plessis, Donovan Ferreira, and Dushmantha Chameera |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, Travis Head, , Eshan Malinga, Wiaan Mulder, Kamindu Mendis |
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Mitchell Owen Replaced Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Lockie Ferguson (Ruled Out), Aaron Hardie, and Xavier Bartlett |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | Trent Boult, Will Jacks, Mitchell Santner, Ryan Rickelton, Reece Topley, Corbin Bosch Replaced Lizaad Williams, Bevon Jacobs |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Sam Curran, Nathan Ellis, Jamie Overton, and Dewald Brevis |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | Jos Buttler, Kagiso Rabada, Sherfane Rutherford, Gerald Coetzee, Dasun Shanaka, Karim Janat |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Anrich Nortje, Quinton de Kock, Spencer Johnson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Moeen Ali, and Rovman Powell |
| Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | Nicholas Pooran, David Miller, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, and Shamar Joseph |
Overseas Players Who May Not Return for the Remainder of IPL 2025
While many franchises hope for the return of their overseas stars, a few players may not come back due to ongoing security concerns, international commitments, or personal safety decisions:
- Josh Hazlewood (RCB) – Facing injury concerns, and unlikely to risk further aggravation.
- Phil Salt (RCB) – Could prioritize England’s summer commitments if the IPL overlaps.
- Liam Livingstone (RCB) – May opt out depending on England’s schedule.
- Pat Cummins (SRH) – Australia’s limited-overs captain may have national duties.
- Travis Head (SRH) – Similarly tied to Australia’s international calendar.
- Jos Buttler (RR) – As England’s white-ball captain, he might be unavailable depending on scheduling.
- Mitchell Starc (DC) – Known for his cautious approach to T20 leagues, his return seems unlikely.
- Aiden Markram (LSG) – He might not come back because he is one of the key players for South Africa in the Test Squad.
- CSK Foreign Players: All players except Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Conway, and Brevis might not come back to play because CSK is already out of the tournament.
The IPL 2025 suspension has created uncertainty not only in scheduling but also in team compositions. While most teams have retained their foreign players, a few, particularly Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals, have suffered key departures. Whether these players return will depend on global diplomacy, revised IPL scheduling, and the stance of national cricket boards.
Many Australian players on the test squad will likely not come back as they prepare for the WTC final against South Africa, and the same is true for South African players.
The BCCI is working hard to resume the tournament, possibly in a neutral venue like England. However, franchise strategies will shift depending on which players make themselves available.
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