Mustafizur Rahman to Miss IPL 2024 Remainder, Will He Get His Full Salary?
Chennai Super Kings’ key pacer Mustafizur Rahman will miss the rest of IPL 2024 after being called up by Bangladesh for national duty. However, under IPL insurance rules, he is entitled to receive his full salary of Rs 2 crore.
Key Takeaways
- Mustafizur Rahman is ruled out of IPL 2024 for Bangladesh national duty.
- IPL insurance rules protect player salaries for missed matches due to international commitments.
- The left-arm seamer will receive his full Rs 2 crore salary from CSK.
A Crucial Blow for CSK
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has called Mustafizur for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, ending his IPL season. The seamer, bought for Rs 2 crore, had taken 10 wickets in 5 matches for the defending champions. His absence is a major setback for CSK, especially ahead of key fixtures like the match against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 8.
How IPL Salary Insurance Works
Mustafizur’s early exit raised questions about his earnings. According to official IPL regulations, a player’s salary is protected if they miss matches for national duty.
Franchises pay an insurance premium for such scenarios. If a player becomes unavailable due to international commitments, the insurance covers the salary for the missed games. This ensures the franchise faces no financial loss and the player receives their full contracted amount.
The Final Verdict on Mustafizur’s Pay
Therefore, Mustafizur Rahman is entitled to his complete IPL salary of Rs 2 crore (approx. USD 240,000). The insurance payout safeguards both CSK’s finances and the player’s earnings. This rule is standard and applies to all players selected for international duty during the IPL season.
