India, March 21 -- Former India batter Aakash Chopra questioned Cricket Australia after it was confirmed that even Mitchell Starc would arrive late for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The Delhi Capitals pacer is the latest Australian player to confirm that he will join his franchise late, as his workload will be managed ahead of the upcoming hectic Test schedule in 2026-27. Earlier, it was confirmed that Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood would join Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) late, as they are yet to recover from their injuries fully.

However, Starc has not played any competitive cricket since January. He played all five Tests in the Ashes and represented the Sydney Sixers in some Big Bash League (B...