Punjab Kings' Chris Gayle pulls out of IPL 2021 citing bubble fatigue

Just a day ahead of Punjab Kings' crucial game against KKR, Chris Gayle decided to pull out of IPL 2021. The 42-year-old left the team hotel and bio-bubble on Thursday, owing to ‘bubble fatigue’ accumulated over the months playing franchise and International cricket.

Gayle took the decision keeping in mind the World T20 which starts October 17. He wants to prioritize his mental health and take a bit of a breather from bubble environments. Gayle has been part of bio-bubbles constantly since cricket resumed post the pandemic, starting from the 2020 IPL. The Universe Boss was also part of the West Indies squads for their home games against Sri Lanka and Australia. That was immediately followed by the 2021 Caribbean Premier League post which he came to play IPL 2021.

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