BCCI Scraps Impact Player Rule For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Retains It for IPL

The BCCI has decided to scrap the Impact Player rule for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy, confirming this to state boards. Saurashtra’s coach, Niraj Odedra, supports the move, noting it aligns with ICC regulations. Despite this, the rule will remain in the IPL for three more seasons, amid concerns from players like Rohit Sharma about its impact on all-rounders and high scores.