Harbhajan Singh has asked people to “respect their privacy” after he chose not to participate in IPL 2020, saying that family takes precedence over sport.
“I have informed CSK management of my decision to withdraw from this year’s IPL. I have decided to take a break due to personal reasons in these difficult times. I hope everyone respects my need for privacy,” Singh said. PTI on Friday.
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Singh’s departure will leave Chennai Super Kings with depleted spinning stocks for the tournament scheduled in the United Arab Emirates, where slower bowlers are expected to play a significant role given conditions and the fact that only three venues will host. all the games. However, the affiliate reiterated that the franchise supported its decision, as it previously tweeted the same thing.
Dear friends
I will not play IPL this year for personal reasons. These are difficult times and I would look forward to some privacy while spending time with my family. @ChennaiIPL CSK management has been very supportive and I wish you an excellent IPL
Stay safe and Jai Hind– Harbhajan Turban (@harbhajan_singh) September 4, 2020
“When I told CSK management about my decision, they were very supportive and I cannot thank them enough for that,” he said. “I would just say that there are times when family takes precedence over sport. My young family is my focus now. But yes, my heart will be in the UAE with my team. I’m sure Chennai Super Kings still it’ll put up with another fabulous performance. “
Singh has played for CSK since 2018, when he was chosen at the auction for his base price of INR 2 crore. In 24 games with the franchise, he has taken 23 wickets at an average of 25.30 and an economy rate of 7.67. Before that, Singh had been a key part of the Mumbai Indians, staying with the franchise for ten years and playing 136 games for them, taking 127 wickets.
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