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Indian cricketers are usually not allowed to participate in the other franchise league while being an active player. Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Indian Premier League (IPL) Implement this policy to maintain the uniqueness and importance of the players at the national level. The only way to play in the foreign league for Indian male cricketers is to officially retire from all formats of Indian cricket, including international and domestic matches. Some are examples of retired Indian cricketers who Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 Like the foreign T20 league has participated.

3 Indians playing in Caribbean Premier League

1. Praveen copper: First and oldest Indian in CPL

In a historical step, leg spinner Praveen copper The first Indian to play in CPL became the first Indian when he for 2020 season Trinbago Knight Riders Choiced At the age of 48, he also has a unique pride of being the oldest player to join the league, which is a proof of his longevity and passion for sports. Copper participation was an important part of Knight Riders winning the historic, unbeaten title. He played three matches for the team, to fill the void left by an injured bowler. His performance was characterized by the effectiveness and control, he took three wickets while maintaining an impressive economy rate of only 4.00 runs per over. His best figures of 1/9 came against St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots.

2. Ambati Rayudu: A brief but important tenure

After winning the IPL 2023 title with Chennai Super Kings, after retiring from all formats of Indian cricket, Ambati Rayudu Became the second Indian player to join CPL. They for 2023 season St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots Was contracted by a marquee player. However, Rayudu’s time with Patriots was brief. He took part in just three matches, scoring a total of 47 runs at an average of 15.66 and a strike rate of 117.50. His personal scores were 0, 32 and 15. Rayudu’s term became short when he left the tournament early for personal reasons, a decision that was widely reported. After his departure with team’s fellow Blessing Mujarbani, Patriots inspired the English players Will Smeed and Beni Hell to bring as a replacement.

3. Sunny Sohal: American citizen from India

Another Indian -origin player, Sunny Sohal CPL 2018 Participated in the season, but he did so as an American citizen instead of an Indian player. Former India Under-19 and IPL cricketer Sohal moved to the United States and Barbados tridents Had chosen as an American citizen. Sohal’s role in the trident’s team was mainly as a batsman. He played in a few matches and contributed to some start. In a notable innings, he scored 22 runs off 17 balls against St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots before being dismissed. While his participation was an important moment for Indian players in American Cricket and Foreign League, his performance was not particularly memorable,