Dale Steyn pulls out of IPL 2021

South African pace bowler, Dale Steyn has made himself unavailable for the IPL 2021 season. The 37 year old made the announcement on Twitter and clarified that he does not intend to play for any other franchise, and is looking forward to getting some time away from cricket. “Just a short message to let everyone […]
 By Nirmit Mehta Jan 3, 2021, 00:18 IST
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Dale Steyn pulls out of IPL 2021

South African pace bowler, Dale Steyn has made himself unavailable for the IPL 2021 season. The 37 year old made the announcement on Twitter and clarified that he does not intend to play for any other franchise, and is looking forward to getting some time away from cricket.

“Just a short message to let everyone know that I’ve made myself unavailable for RCB at this years IPL, I’m also not planning on playing for another team, just taking some time off during that period,” the tweet read. “Thank you to RCB for understanding. No I’m not retired.”

Dale Steyn stated that he will continue to play in another leagues, but he wants to use his time off to concentrate on other things.

“I will be playing in other leagues, nicely spaced out to give myself a opportunity to do something’s I’ve been excited about as well as continue to play the game I love so much. NO, I’m NOT retired. Here’s to a great 2021,” Steyn added.

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Dale Steyn had a poor IPL 2020 campaign with Royal Challengers Bangalore. He played just three games for the Virat Kohli led Bangalore outfit, picking up only one wicket at an economy of 11.40.

Dale Steyn had earlier announced his retirement from Test cricket in August 2019. The South African pacer has endured a difficult few years on international stage, after suffering multiple injuries. Steyn also missed the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2019 due to injury.

 

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