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Why is Harry Brook banned from IPL?

Why is Harry Brook banned from IPL?

Harry Brook will not play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 as he has withdrawn from the upcoming season.

Harry Brook withdrew from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, stating that his priority is England cricket, despite being picked by Delhi Capitals for Rs. 6.25 crore. As a result, the BCCI has banned him from the IPL for two years for opting out of the 2025 season.

“An official communication has been sent to ECB and Brook about BCCI banning him for two years as per its policy which was informed to each player before they registered their name for IPL auction last year. It’s a policy set by the board and each player has to oblige to it,” a BCCI official confirmed to The Indian Express.

Reason why Harry Brook banned from IPL?

According to IPL regulations, overseas players who withdraw after being selected in the auction face a two-year ban unless they pull out due to injury. Brook cited his commitment to England cricket as the reason for his withdrawal. Since he had entered his name in the auction, he was subjected to the ban.

Why Harry Brook withdrawn from IPL 2025?

Brook opted out of IPL 2025 to prioritize his England career. His earlier withdrawal in 2024 was due to the passing of his grandmother.
“I have made the very difficult decision to pull out of the upcoming IPL. I apologize unreservedly to the Delhi Capitals and their supporters,” Brook said.
“It is a really important time for England cricket and I want to fully commit to preparing for the upcoming series. In order to do this, I need time to recharge after the busiest period in my career to date. I know not everyone will understand, and I don’t expect them to, but I have to do what I believe is right and playing for my country remains my priority and focus.”

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