IPL: 4 overseas players who got a chance in international cricket because of the IPL
The motto of the IPL is 'Where talent meets opportunity'. Over the course of 10 years, several Indian youngsters have benefited from the IPL. They have used it as a great platform to gain recognition all over the world.
However, the scope has not been restricted only to Indian players. Several overseas players have made their mark in the IPL before getting an international call-up. Good performances of these overseas cricketers have been noted by their selectors and as a result, these players found a place in their international sides.
Let us take a look at 4 players for whom IPL proved to be the stepping stone to international cricket.
#4 Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh arrived on the IPL arena as a budding 18-year-old boy after making his debut in the third season of the IPL in 2010 for the Deccan Chargers.
His performances in the IPL threw him in the hunt for his Australian selection. In 20 matches in the IPL, Marsh has picked up 20 wickets at an economy rate of 7.89. After the exit of the Deccan Chargers from the league, Marsh went on to play for both the Pune-based franchises i.e. Pune Warriors India and the Rising Pune Supergiants.
He earned his international call-up in October 2011, after spending a couple of years in the IPL. After 6 years in international cricket, Mitchell Marsh has gone to establish himself in Australian team as a quality all-rounder, thanks to the Indian Premier League!