'I think it should be taken out': Rahane joins calls to abolish Impact Player rule
Former Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has publicly called for the abolition of the IPL's 'Impact Player' rule. He argues that the rule hinders the development of all-rounders, which is detrimental to the long-term health of the Indian national team.
Why it matters
The Impact Player rule is a controversial tactical innovation in cricket; its potential removal could significantly alter team strategies and player development pathways in the world's most lucrative cricket league.
The debate over the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League continues to intensify, with former India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane becoming the latest to call for its removal. Rahane believes the rule has outlived its purpose and is hampering the development of all-rounders in Indian cricket.Speaking to Cricbuzz, the former Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals captain said there was little benefit in continuing the rule, which allows teams to substitute a player during a match.Rahane questions Impact Player rule's relevance"I think it should be taken out," Rahane, who has led Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the league, told Cricbuzz."I remember last year, before the IPL captains' meeting, most of the captains said they don't want the impact player rule. And I think the guidelines or the rules, they have it till 2027.
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