Overview

• The ECB has banned English players from participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and other overseas franchise leagues that overlap with the domestic summer season.
• The policy aims to protect the integrity and quality of domestic competitions like the County Championship, Vitality Blast, and The Hundred.
• Players will no longer be allowed to participate in multiple tournaments simultaneously, even if eliminated early from one league.
• Exceptions are made for the Indian Premier League (IPL), which has been exempted from the restrictions despite its overlap with the English summer.
• The decision could impact players' earning potential, but the ECB believes it will enhance domestic cricket and maintain global cricket integrity.