Adam Zampa Discusses Value of Spinners in IPL vs. PSL
Now a PSL star, Zampa dives deep into the mentality of IPL franchises and says he is not the only one to be undervalued
Hindustan Times
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Australian spinner Adam Zampa, now playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), explains his decision to skip the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. He cites undervaluation of spinners in the IPL and the shorter duration of the PSL as key factors influencing his choice.
- 01Adam Zampa highlights the undervaluation of spinners in the IPL compared to batsmen and fast bowlers.
- 02Zampa opted for the PSL due to its shorter duration and more acceptable payment structure.
- 03He noted that IPL franchises often prefer domestic spinners over overseas ones.
- 04Zampa is earning approximately 60% less than his previous IPL salary of around $258,000.
- 05Injuries from extensive play also influenced his decision to join the PSL.
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Adam Zampa, a prominent Australian leg-spinner, has chosen to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) instead of participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. He expressed concerns over the undervaluation of spinners in the IPL, where franchises tend to favor domestic spinners and all-rounders over overseas spinners. Zampa noted that his skill set does not receive adequate recognition in the IPL, leading to lower earnings compared to other players. He is currently earning about 60% less than his previous IPL contract with Sunrisers Hyderabad, which was approximately $258,000 USD. Zampa also mentioned that the shorter duration of the PSL aligns better with his financial expectations and reduces the risk of injury, a concern he faced in the previous IPL season after playing only two matches due to injury.
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