England’s blistering opener, Alex Hales is likely to miss his national duties for PSL as reported by ECB, he will miss England’s tour of Bangladesh ahead of ODI World Cup for PSL. Alex made his decision because he wants to play for Islamabad United in Pakistan Super League (PSL). Islamabad United picked Alex Hales in the platinum category for $170,000 for the whole season. While on the other hand, He would have received approx. $6,000 per match if he represents England on their tour of Bangladesh because he is not centrally contracted with the England and Wales Cricket Board. The 2023 edition of PSL will be held from February 13 to March 19. While England will play a series of 3 ODIs and T20Is in Bangladesh from March 1 to March 14.
A Devastating Comeback
In T20 World Cup 2022, Alex Hales replaced the injured Johnny Bairstow and made a devastating comeback as he scored 212 runs with an average of 42.40. He was Player of the Match in the must-winning knockout game against India, he scored 86 runs off 47 balls while chasing 169 runs target.
ECB’ comments on Alex Hales
ECB is not putting any pressure on Hales as they understand the situation. Alex Hales is still a part of the plans ahead in white ball cricket. He is still in consideration for representing England in ODI World Cup 2023. Matthew Mott, England’s coach is still in consideration about him as he said,
Alex Hales is a proper cricketer for all former of cricket. There is not a single reason why couldn’t get in the squad of 50 over’ game. We don’t play a lot of 50-over cricket that’s why we are facing some tough challenges as we have to select the squad for ODI World Cup. I hope if Alex would play 50 over cricket and keep his momentum in it then there’s no excuse to keep him out of the game.”
Matthew Mott
According to Telegraph Sport report after Alex Hales, three more players opting not to play for England and will play in the PSL.
While after Alex Hales, three more players, Sam Billings, Liam Dawson, and James Vince, will play in the PSL instead of playing for England.”
Reported By Telegraph Sport.
England regarding on structure fees
England’s structure are expected to be increase against different country’ leagues.
National Players opting not to play for national team has raised further questions over England’s contracting structures and, with franchises increasingly powerful, whether greater weight should be given to tour and match fees (£5,000 for ODIs and £2,500 for T20Is) rather than retainers.”
Reported By Telegraph Sport.
