Corbin Bosc clarifies decision to prioritize Mumbai Indian over PSL contract to PCB, says ‘not only a strong IPL team but…’

Corbin Bosch clarified to PCB that his intention was not to show disrespect to PSL; rather, he made his decision with a focus on his future, as Mumbai Indians has several franchises in different leagues.

New Delhi: Corbin Bosch, a 30-year-old all-rounder from South Africa, received a legal notice from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after he opted out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to join the Mumbai Indians (MI) as a replacement for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Bosch has reportedly responded to the PCB, explaining that he chose this path to focus on his future, as MI is associated with other franchises in various leagues.

“Bosch provided his explanation to Pakistani officials, stating that his decision was not meant to disrespect PSL. He said he had to prioritize his future, as Mumbai Indians are not only a strong IPL team but also have franchises in multiple other leagues, which could benefit his career significantly,” revealed a report by Cricket Pakistan.

The report indicated that Bosch’s explanation will be assessed by the PCB. There is a chance he could face a ban from future PSL editions, or alternatively, receive a penalty. An official statement from the PCB is anticipated later this month.

Bosch has been contracted by the Peshawar Zalmi franchise in the diamond category of the PSL. A replacement for Bosch has not yet been announced. The PSL is set to begin on April 11, with Peshawar taking on the Quetta Gladiators in their first match on April 12.

Bosch has been signed by Hardik Pandya’s MI to replace South African fast bowler Lizaad Williams. It remains uncertain if Bosch will make his debut for MI in the upcoming intense match against Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Given that the game will take place at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, MI may prefer to select spin-bowling all-rounder Mitchell Santner or Afghan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman instead of the South African pace-bowling all-rounder.

MI is Bosch’s second franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has also been associated with the Rajasthan Royals (RR), although he did not have the opportunity to debut in the IPL. To date, he has taken 59 wickets in 86 matches and has scored 663 runs, which includes two half-centuries. His selection in the squad is based on his recent performances.