Harry Brook Receives Two-Year IPL Ban After Withdrawing for Second Consecutive Season
The BCCI has informed the ECB of its decision to ban the England cricketer following his withdrawal from IPL 2025 to focus on international commitments.
- Harry Brook has been banned from the IPL for two years after pulling out of the tournament for the second consecutive season.
- The Delhi Capitals purchased Brook for ₹6.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction, but he withdrew to prioritize England's upcoming cricket schedule.
- The BCCI's decision follows a rule introduced last year, banning players for two seasons if they withdraw after being picked in the auction without injury-related reasons.
- Brook cited a need to recharge and prepare for England's upcoming Test series and Ashes as the reason for his withdrawal.
- The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been officially informed of the ban, which prevents Brook from participating in IPL auctions until 2027.
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