India, May 16 -- IPL 2025 returns after a nine-day suspension forced by escalation of tensions along the India-Pakistan border, but it doesn't return at full strength. A combination of the conflict on the subcontinent and international commitments has meant that a host of overseas players have opted to sit out of the remainder of the tournament, as the IPL finds itself delayed by a week and the international schedule ramps up in June.

Here are some high-profile players who won't be available to their franchises for the remainder of the tournament.

Foremost is Australian speedster Mitchell Starc, who is confirmed to be missing from the tournament after having returned home. Starc was the leader of Delhi Capitals' bowling attack, and his ...