Why Harry Brook has got 2 year ban?

England Batter has pulled out from his IPL deal with Delhi Capitals and following the decision he now could face a two year ban. Following BCCI Rules and regulations the international player is expected to face the 2 year ban from the league. 

It is the second time that Harry Brook has pulled out himself from the Indian Premier league after being picked at the auction, his constant behavior also puts question to his future participation in the league. In the IPL Mega auction, Delhi Capitals has begged Harry for a purse amount of 6.25 cr.

Why the Future Ban of 2 years?

As per the regulations released by the BCCI last year, any foreign player who voluntarily withdraws from the season after being picked by the franchise in auction will face IPL Suspension for the next two seasons, until and unless they are going through some injury.

“Any [overseas] player who registers for [an] auction and, after getting picked at the auction, makes himself unavailable before the start of the season will get banned from participating in the IPL/IPL auction for two seasons,” the BCCI document read.

Citing the same rule, Harry Brooke’s decision to opt out before the 2025 IPL Season puts his IPL future in Jeopardy. This means that Harry Brooke will not be able to play in the IPL for any franchise till 2027. Earlier this season, Brooke also pulled out for the IPL last year following his Grandmother’s Death.

Why Harry Brook Pulled out of IPL 2025

On Sunday, Harry Brook took to his Twitter account and announced his availability for the IPL 2025 Season. Expressing his deep regrets the cricketer announced his withdrawal and told that he has to take a difficult decision and will not be available for the IPL 2025. Brook said that he wants to prioritise England cricket and he is taking the break from IPL to recharge himself for the upcoming series.

“A very difficult decision”

Brook expressed his regret and apologised to fans for the decision and mentioned all of his apologies on X post.

“I have made the very difficult decision to pull out of the upcoming IPL. I apologise unreservedly to the Delhi Capitals and their supporters,” Brook wrote.

 Citing England’s upcoming commitments, he explained that he needed time to recover after a grueling schedule and focus on national duties.

 “It is a really important time for England cricket, and I want to fully commit to preparing for the upcoming series. To do this, I need time to recharge after the busiest period in my career to date.”

Following this, he added, “I know not everyone will understand, and I don’t expect them to, but I have to do what I believe is right. Playing for my country remains my priority and focus.”