IPL is the grandest T20 league in the world, and since the year 2008, this platform has given numerous youngsters an opportunity to elevate themselves to the next level. Some players performed well in this tournament and became well-known names in India.
Even the overseas players gained more popularity in India by playing in IPL than playing in international matches for their own nation. A few top performers received an opportunity to end their careers on a high with a championship win, but the following four underrated IPL legends retired without a proper farewell.
1. Dwayne Smith played his last IPL match in 2017
It was baffling to see Dwayne Smith not earn a contract at the mega auction which happened in 2018. Smith was one of the top match-winners for the Mumbai Indians and the Chennai Super Kings during his prime. He had a decent stint with the Gujarat Lions as well, but after GL’s exit in 2017, no team picked him.
2. Shaun Marsh played his last IPL match in 2017
Another overseas player who did not play in the league after 2017 is the first-ever Orange Cap winner Shaun Marsh. He was the backbone of the Punjab Kings batting lineup for 10 years, scoring almost 2,500 runs for the team. Yet, many fans have forgotten his contributions. He retired from first-class cricket earlier this year.
3. Rajat Bhatia
Uncapped all-rounder Rajat Bhatia played his last season in the league for the Rising Pune Supergiant team in 2017. He was a handy batter and a talented medium pacer, who was one of the most important players for KKR during his prime.
4. Lendl Simmons
Former West Indies batter Lendl Simmons was one of the biggest match-winners for the Mumbai Indians. Even he played his last match in the 2017 season in the final against the Rising Pune Supergiant team.
