Pakistan, June 6 -- Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has expressed confidence in his decision to withdraw from the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the recent India-Pakistan border clashes, regardless of any consequences he might face. The 35-year-old made the decision after growing concerns over safety and the handling of the situation by league organizers. Starc openly acknowledged that his choice was personal and that he stands by it.
The IPL had been suspended on May 9 after escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan, only to resume eight days later once the two nuclear-armed neighbors agreed to a ceasefire. Although many foreign players returned to fulfill their commitments to their franchises, Starc and fellow Austra...