Will Pakistani players now play IPL in India? BCCI secretary Rajiv Shukla himself revealed
- byManasavi
- 04 Feb, 2025

Pakistani players are banned in IPL. But, there have been talks about including them. But, meanwhile, big information is coming out about the inclusion of Pakistani players. BCCI secretary Rajiv Shukla gave a big reaction...
Pakistani players will now play IPL in India, BCCI secretary Rajiv Shukla himself revealed Photograph: (Google Images)
Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the biggest and most money-rich leagues in the world. It is every player's dream to play in IPL. Because, here a player gets many times more money than expected and gets recognition in world cricket. On the other hand, Pakistani players got a chance to play in the first season. After that they were banned. But, from time to time there has been a demand to include players from the neighboring country in IPL. But this could not happen. But, meanwhile BCCI secretary Rajiv Shukla gave some important information. Let us tell you what Rajiv Shukla said about including Pakistani players in IPL?
Rajiv Shukla gave a big reaction on the inclusion of Pakistani players in IPL
Rajiv Shukla gave a big response on the inclusion of Pakistani players in IPL Photograph: (Google Images)
All preparations have been done for the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). According to media reports, the season is expected to start from March 21. Like every year, fans will get to see fun matches this year as well. In which the world's famous players will be seen showing their talent. But, Pakistani players have not been included this time as well. Can they be included in the upcoming season? On this matter, BCCI secretary Rajiv Shukla said during a conversation in a podcast,
Question: Will Pakistani players be included in IPL?
Rajeev Shukla's answer: Look, Pakistani umpires and commentators have been included. But, the conditions for franchises to buy Pakistani players are different.
Question: Are there ever talks of including Pakistani players?
Rajeev Shukla's answer: Many franchises do it. But, it is very difficult and the conditions are also very different.
One thing has become clear from this statement of Rajiv Shukla that it will be difficult for Pakistani players to play in IPL even in the coming times. BCCI will not agree to this.
Because of this, he was banned in IPL
When the fans of India and Pakistan come on the field, the excitement of cricket doubles. But, Pakistani players are banned in IPL. There is always a question in the minds of cricket lovers that why Pakistani players were banned from playing IPL. Let us tell you that a terrible terrorist attack took place in 26/11.
Due to which the entire city of Mumbai was shaken. Pakistan is said to be involved in this incident. After which there was a rift in the relations between India and Pakistan. Even bilateral series is not played between the two teams. The last time they faced each other was in the year 2012-13. However, both the teams are definitely seen playing together in ICC events.