Overseas Australians could face jail for trying to come home, Read the list Of Australian Players Playing In IPL

For the first time in history, the Australian government could make it illegal for Australian citizens in other countries to return home.

Three Australian players -- Andrew Tye, Kane Richardson and Adam Zampa -- have withdrawn from the league amid the escalating health crisis due to the pandemic's second wave in the country.

As many as 14 Australian players still remain in the event, including Steve Smith (Delhi Capitals), David Warner (Sunrisers Hyderabad) and Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders) as well as coach Ricky Ponting (DC) and Simon Katich (RCB).

Commentators Matthew Hayden, Brett Lee, Michael Slater and Lisa Sthalekar are also among the Australians involved with the league right now.