South African right-arm seamer Corbin Bosch has found himself in legal trouble after opting out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to join Mumbai Indians for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly issued a legal notice to Bosch, accusing him of breaching his contractual commitments. Bosch, 30, was initially selected by Peshawar Zalmi in the Diamond category during the PSL 2025 Player Draft, held on January 13 in Lahore. However, his sudden withdrawal has not gone down well with the PCB, which has now demanded an explanation through his agent. The board has also warned of potential consequences should Bosch fail to respond within the given timeframe. Legal Complications and PCB's Stance The PCB, in its official statement, emphasized that Bosch's exit from the PSL is considered a serious contractual violation. The board has highlighted the professional and legal ramifications of his decision and expects a formal response from the player. While the PCB refrained from making additional remarks on the ongoing dispute, it is clear that they view his withdrawal as an unwelcome precedent for international cricketers. This incident marks yet another challenge for PSL, which has often struggled to retain overseas players, particularly when the IPL comes calling. The timing of Bosch’s move has sparked debates about the financial and career advantages that IPL offers over other leagues. Bosch’s IPL Opportunity with Mumbai Indians Meanwhile, Bosch has secured a spot in the Mumbai Indians squad as a replacement for the injured Lizaad Williams ahead of IPL 2025. The IPL confirmed the signing in an official release, noting that Williams' injury had ruled him out of the competition, prompting Mumbai Indians to turn to Bosch as a like-for-like replacement. Bosch is no stranger to the Mumbai Indians setup, having played for their SA20 franchise, MI Cape Town, earlier this year. He played a key role in their title-winning campaign, picking up 11 wickets in seven matches at an economy rate of 8.68. His familiarity with the franchise and chemistry with teammates like Ryan Rickelton could prove beneficial as he steps into one of the most successful IPL teams. The experienced all-rounder has played 86 T20 matches in his career, accumulating 59 wickets with an economy rate of 8.38, along with 663 runs at a strike rate of 113.33. While he has yet to make his IPL debut, his move to Mumbai Indians could be a major turning point in his career. With Bosch’s decision to choose IPL over PSL, the debate over the growing gap between the two leagues continues to intensify. Whether PCB enforces any penalties remains to be seen, but for now, Bosch seems focused on making the most of his opportunity with Mumbai Indians. ALSO READ: IPL 2025: This Former Delhi Capitals Bowler Replaces Umran Malik In KKR Squad