The IPL 2025 resumes on May 17, but uncertainty looms over the availability of several overseas players. Whether due to security concerns or upcoming international commitments, some foreign stars are confirmed absentees, while many others are expected to stay on for the remainder of the season.
Here’s a breakdown of the overseas players who are available and unavailable for each IPL franchise.
MI’s Batting Woes Deepen?
Mumbai Indians’ biggest challenge will be replacing Ryan Rickelton and Will Jacks, who will exit after the group stage. With 336 and 195 runs respectively, their absence could upset the team’s balance. All-rounder Corbin Bosch is also set to depart on May 26, with Cricket South Africa recalling all WTC Final-bound players by May 30.
| Mumbai Indians | Availability |
|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton | Till May 26 |
| Bevon Jacobs | Available |
| Will Jacks | Till May 26 |
| Mitchell Santner | Available |
| Corbin Bosch | Till May 26 |
| Trent Boult | Available |
| Reece Topley | Available |
| Mujeeb-ur-Rahman | Available |
| Jonny Bairstow | Replacement for Will Jacks |
Can RCB Win IPL Without Hazlewood?
RCB could face a major setback just as they chase their maiden IPL title. Jacob Bethell and Lungi Ngidi are expected to leave after May 25, but the biggest concern is Josh Hazlewood’s uncertain status. The Aussie pacer, who has claimed 18 wickets in 10 matches, was reportedly unavailable until a new update as per reports on Thursday suggested he may yet return to India. However, the situation still remains unclear.
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Availability |
|---|---|
| Jacob Bethell | Till May 25 |
| Tim David | Available |
| Romario Shepherd | Till May 25 |
| Lungi Ngidi | Till May 27 |
| Liam Livingstone | Available |
| Josh Hazlewood | Doubtful |
| Philip Salt | Till May 25 |
| Nuwan Thushara | Available |
PBKS Settled With Sufficient Resources
Player availability remains fluid with Aussies Josh Inglis, Marcus Stoinis and Aaron Hardie still doubtful. However, Mitchell Owen is already in India alongside Marco Jansen who is confirmed available.
| Punjab Kings | Availability |
|---|---|
| Josh Inglis | Available |
| Marcus Stoinis | Available |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Till May 26 |
| Marco Jansen | Available till May 26 |
| Xavier Bartlett | Available |
| Aaron Hardie | Doubtful |
| Mitchell Owen | Available |
| Kyle Jamieson | Available |
Starc’s Absence Puts Delhi In Deep Trouble
Jake Fraser-McGurk has opted out of the remainder of IPL 2025. DC named Mustafizur Rahman as his replacement, but without a Bangladesh Cricket Board NOC, he’s set to play against UAE and Pakistan, making his IPL return doubtful. Australia speedster Mitchell Starc has opted out of the remainder of IPL 2025 & on the other hand Tristan Stubbs will join DC but will only be available for the league stage.
| Delhi Capitals | Available/Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Faf du Plessis | Available |
| Tristan Stubbs | Available till May 24 |
| Mitchell Starc | Doubtful |
| Dushmantha Chameera | Available |
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | Unavailable |
| Donovan Ferreira | Available |
| Sediqullah Atal | Available |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Doubftul |
SRH Unfazed By Who’s In Or Out?
SRH are already out of the playoffs race, so player availability holds little consequence. Travis Head, Wiaan Mulder, and Pat Cummins will stay through the league stage. That said, the team will hope to finish on a stronger note with improved performances in the remaining fixtures.
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Availability |
|---|---|
| Travis Head | Till May 25 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Available |
| Pat Cummins | Till May 25 |
| Kamindu Mendis | Available |
| Wiaan Mulder | Till May 25 |
| Eshan Malinga | Available |
Kolkata Covered, But Playoff Hopes Fade
With key players like Quinton de Kock, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Moeen Ali and Anrich Nortje available, the knights remain well-equipped. The Defending Champions playoff hopes hang by a thread & only pride left to play for.
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Availability |
|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock | Available |
| Andre Russell | Available |
| Sunil Narine | Available |
| Rovman Powell | Unavailable |
| Rahmatullah Gurbaz | Available |
| Moeen Ali | Unavailable |
| Spencer Johnson | Available |
| Anrich Nortje | Available |
LSG Hit Hard, But Playoff Qualification Intact
While the team isn’t officially out, there’s little left to play for in IPL 2025. Markram and Marsh will feature through the league stage. And if they advance, David Miller and Nicholas Pooran will be available too.
| Lukcnow Super Giants | Availability |
|---|---|
| Matthew Breetzke | Available |
| David Miller | Available |
| Nicholas Pooran | Available |
| Aiden Markram | Till May 27 |
| Mitchell Marsh | Till May 27 |
| Shamar Joseph | Available |
| William O’Rourke (Replacement for Mayank Yadav) | Available |
RR’s Campaign Over, Squad Stays Intact
Rajasthan have no availability concerns, with their campaign already over. Archer is set to leave after May 25, but with RR playing their final game on May 20, it makes no difference.
| Rajasthan Royals | Availablility |
|---|---|
| Shimron Hetmyer | Available |
| Lhuan-dre Pretorious | Available |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Available |
| Jofra Archer | Available |
| Nandre Burger | Available |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | Available |
| Kwena Maphaka | Available |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Available |
GT are strong title contenders, but the absence of Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada could deal a major blow to their chances. Buttler has been in sublime form, scoring 500 runs in 11 matches, while Rabada, though limited to just two games is a proven match-winner the team would have liked in the mix. As per recent reports, Buttler won’t return and Kusal Mendis is set to join the squad instead.
| Gujarat Titans | Availability |
|---|---|
| Jos Buttler | Till May 25 (Replaced by Kusal Mendis) |
| Kagiso Rabada | Till May 25 |
| Gerald Coetzee | Available |
| Sherfane Rutheford | Till May 25 |
| Rashid Khan | Available |
| Karim Janat | Available |
| Dasun Shanaka | Available |
| Kusal Mendis | Available for playoffs |
CSK Out Of Playoffs
As per reports, Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra won’t return, while Jamie Overton was signed as cover, never got a chance before the IPL was stooped. Meanwhile, Noor Ahmad, Dewald Brevis and Sam Curran remain available.
| Chennai Super Kings | Availability |
|---|---|
| Devon Conway | Unavailable |
| Rachin Ravindra | Unavailable |
| Dewald Brevis | Available |
| Sam Curran | Unavailable |
| Jamie Overton | Unavailable |
| Nathan Ellis | Available |
| Noor Ahmad | Available |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Available |