Former IPL players argue why the league is a “good deal” for players, saying that “everyone needs money to survive.”

Beginning as an exciting Twenty20 competition, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has transformed cricket, giving players all around the world a chance to have a career-defining experience. Even worldwide players can benefit greatly from the IPL, which offers exposure and life-changing cash benefits.

IPL veterans Ross Taylor of New Zealand and Tillakaratne Dilshan of Sri Lanka, who was once an opener, have discussed why they think the league is such a “good deal” for players. Dilshan participated in the 2008 IPL season, appearing in 38 games for the Delhi Daredevils (now the Delhi Capitals) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (now the Royal Challengers Bengaluru), amassing 735 runs. Taylor scored 1017 runs in 55 IPL games while playing for four different teams: the Delhi Daredevils, Pune Warriors India, Rajasthan Royals, and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

The Indian Premier League offers a stage for global participants: Ross Taylor

According to Dilshan, the enormous financial resources made accessible by the Indian Premier League allowed cricket players to set aside their concerns about money and give their all to the game.

“I know that our countries don’t give that much money, but playing T20 cricket required a lot of money, and that money allowed him put other issues aside and concentrate just on sport. That’s a benefit; we can give cricket our whole attention. We’re not doing any other jobs other than playing cricket right now, and everyone needs money to survive. Money helps players focus and set aside concerns, so I think it’s a fantastic deal,” Dilshan said in an interview with the 180 Not Out podcast.

Taylor also discussed the benefits and how the IPL gives international players the chance to mingle with the biggest personalities in cricket.

“IPL is providing a platform for international players to interact with some of the best cricketers in the world, ultimately shaping the future of the sport in their country,” said the former New Zealand batsman.

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Now that the 17th edition is under way, spending has increased dramatically. With cricket players receiving large contracts and a stage on which to showcase their abilities, pick up skills, and watch other players perform.