India, Nov. 16 -- Ravindra Jadeja's decision to leave the Chennai Super Kings for the Rajasthan Royals on a reduced IPL fee has set off one of the most intriguing debates of this trade window. A player of his stature choosing a pay cut, rather than being forced into one, goes against almost every norm in a league where elite stars usually only move upwards.

The questions have only grown louder after former India opener Aakash Chopra unpacked the numbers and the intent behind them, wondering aloud what would make a champion all-rounder knock INR 4 crore off his cheque just to walk away from Chennai.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra went straight to the heart of the issue - player consent and motive.

"RR have got Jadeja, bu...