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HEADLINE: Chris Gayle leaves IPL bubble in a bid to be ready for ICC T20 World Cup

 
CaribbeanCricket.com 2021-10-01 13:58:12 

The Universe Boss Chris Gayle has left the IPL bubble citing bubble fatigue and a need to stay fresh for next month’s ICC T20 World Cup.

The Indian Premier League franchise announced the development on Twitter earlier on Thursday.

"Over the last few months, I have been a part of the CWI bubble, CPL bubble followed by the IPL bubble, and I wish to mentally recharge and refresh myself," Gayle said in a statement.

"I want to refocus on helping the West Indies in the T20 World Cup and would like to take a break in Dubai. My thanks to the Punjab Kings for giving me the time off. My wishes and hopes are with the squad always. All the very best for the games coming up."

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