IPL 2026: De Kock is the backup overseas keeper, was easier to start with Rickelton, says Jayawardene
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene said it was an easy decision for them to start with South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton as their opener alongside Rohit Sharma in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, mainly because Quinton de Kock’s role in the side is that of a back-up overseas wicketkeeper.