Mahendra Singh Dhoni has told former CSK batter Subramaniam Badrinath that he will not play as an Impact Player in the IPL, insisting on continuing as a full-time wicketkeeper despite fitness concerns. This adds uncertainty to his participation in the 2027 season.
Sachin Tendulkar has proposed major IPL rule changes, including scrapping the impact player rule, introducing a bowling powerplay and allowing one bowler to bowl five overs. He believes these measures would help restore balance between bat and ball in T20 cricket
"When this rule was implemented, I felt it wasn't really needed at that time. In a way, it helps me, but at the same time, it doesn't. I still do my wicket-keeping, so I am not an impact player": Dhoni
