Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has been restricted from bowling in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), following instructions from Cricket Australia due to injury concerns.
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Green, one of the most expensive overseas players in IPL history, was signed by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 25.20 crore. Despite expectations of his all-round performance, he did not bowl in a recent high-scoring match against Mumbai Indians, raising questions among fans and analysts.
Following Kolkata Knight Riders’ defeat, Green’s absence from the bowling attack became a major talking point. When asked about the decision, team captain Ajinkya Rahane said that queries regarding Green’s bowling should be directed to Cricket Australia.
In a statement, a Cricket Australia spokesperson clarified that the decision was precautionary, citing a lower back injury. The board has temporarily restricted Green from bowling to manage his workload and prevent further complications. Officials confirmed that the franchise had been informed in advance about the limitation.
Cricket Australia: “Cameron Green has a lower back injury which is being managed but requires him to abstain from bowling for a short period.
“Cameron is currently rebuilding his bowling loads in India with a view to return in around 10-12 days’ time.
“KKR has been communicated…
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The spokesperson added that Green is carefully managing his bowling load during the tournament and is expected to resume bowling within 10 to 12 days, depending on his recovery progress.
The development has sparked debate in Indian media, with questions being raised about the value of high-priced players who are unable to contribute fully due to fitness concerns. However, medical management and long-term player fitness remain a priority for national boards.
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Green’s situation highlights the challenges franchises face in balancing player performance expectations with injury management in high-intensity tournaments like the IPL.