What happened: Coaches of Hundred cricket teams backed by IPL investors have confirmed they received no instructions to avoid signing Pakistani players at the men's auction.
Why it matters:
- Clarifies that team selections remain independent despite IPL involvement.
- Impacts Pakistani players' opportunities in the Hundred competition.
MNN Take: This statement suggests that player recruitment decisions in the Hundred are not being influenced by political or commercial pressures related to Pakistan players.
Sources: BBC Sport