IPL 2025: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22, bringing excitement for fans worldwide. However, as teams prepare for another thrilling season, some franchises will have to cope with the absence of key players due to injuries or personal reasons.
From Jasprit Bumrah to Harry Brook, several top players will be missing the start of the tournament, affecting team strategies. Here’s a team-wise breakdown of all the players unavailable for the beginning of IPL 2025.
IPL 2025: Full List of Players Who Will Miss the Start of IPL 2025 (Team-Wise)
Players Missing the Start of IPL 2025 (Team-Wise)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Josh Hazlewood (Might miss the start)
- Jacob Bethell
Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Hardik Pandya
- Jasprit Bumrah (Recovering from injury)
- Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar (Ruled out – Replaced by Mujeeb-ur-Rahman)
- Lizaad Williams (Ruled out – Replaced by Corbin Bosch)
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- No missing players confirmed
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Pat Cummins (Might miss the start)
- Brydon Carse (Ruled out – Replaced by Wiaan Mulder)
Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Gerald Coetzee (Injury concerns)
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Lockie Ferguson (Hamstring injury)
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Mitchell Marsh (Personal reasons)
- Mayank Yadav (Recovering but expected to return mid-season)
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Umran Malik (Recovering from hip injury)
- Anrich Nortje (Injury concerns)
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- No missing players confirmed
Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Harry Brook (Withdrawn to focus on national commitments)
Impact of Missing Players on IPL 2025
These absences could significantly impact team performances, especially for franchises relying on their star players for early momentum. Teams like Mumbai Indians and RCB will have to find alternative strategies until their key players return.
As the tournament progresses, franchises will look to adapt and make the most of their available resources. Fans will be hoping for quick recoveries so that their favorite stars can make a strong return to IPL 2025.
FAQ
Why is Jasprit Bumrah missing the start of IPL 2025?
Bumrah is recovering from an injury sustained during a series against Australia.
Which team is most affected by player absences?
Mumbai Indians have multiple players missing, including Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah.
