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IPL Ban Looms for Duckett After Shock Withdrawal
25 Mar
Summary
- Ben Duckett withdrew from IPL 2026 after being picked by Delhi Capitals.
- He faces a potential two-season ban under IPL regulations for withdrawal.
- Duckett cited commitments to England and workload management for his decision.
Ben Duckett announced on March 25, 2026, his withdrawal from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. The England batter had been acquired by the Delhi Capitals franchise for Rs 2 crore during the auction. His decision to pull out after the auction phase means he did not have an injury replacement clause, potentially triggering disciplinary actions.
IPL regulations suggest that such withdrawals can result in a ban from participating in the subsequent two seasons. If this penalty is enforced, Duckett would miss IPL 2026 and be ineligible for the player auctions in 2027 and 2028, effectively barring him from the league until 2029. This situation mirrors that of his compatriot Harry Brook.
Duckett stated that his withdrawal was a difficult choice driven by his commitment to representing England and the need to manage his workload. He expressed his apologies to the Delhi Capitals franchise and its fans for any disruption caused by his decision, emphasizing his regret over the timing.
