England batsman Harry Brook, who was out of IPL for two seasons, BCCI imposed a ban on the last moment – Harry Bryok Banned from IPL for two seasons after 2025 edition Pullout LCla

England batsman Harry Brook has been banned for two seasons at the last moment due to the withdrawal of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Now he will not be able to participate in IPL 2025 and 2026. Earlier this week, Brook declared himself unavailable from IPL for the second consecutive season and apologized unconditionally to Delhi Capitals and his supporters.

According to the agency, a BCCI official said that a rule was implemented and it has been implemented. This ban will remain till 2025 and 2026 editions.

According to BCCI guidelines, any foreign player who withdraws from the tournament after being selected in the auction (unless he is injured) is banned from the IPL for two seasons.

According to the BCCI document shared with franchises last year, whoever registers himself for the auction and declares himself unavailable before the tournament starts after being selected, it will be banned in IPL and IPL auction for two seasons.

What is the reason for Brook’s withdrawal from IPL

Brook decided to withdraw his name from IPL 2025 to focus on his England career. At the same time, in the year 2024, he decided to withdraw from the tournament due to the death of his grandmother. He wrote on social media this week that I have taken a decision to withdraw from the upcoming IPL. I apologize unconditionally to Delhi Capitals and their supporters. This is an important time for England cricket.

He further wrote- I want to pay attention to the preparation of the upcoming series completely. I know that not everyone will understand it. I do not even expect, but I have to do what I feel right. Playing for my country for me will always be the center of priority and meditation.

England’s upcoming schedule

England will play a domestic Test series against India in June, after which there will be a much awaited Ashes series from November to January. After this decision of Brook, his IPL career has suffered a major setback. Now it will be interesting to see whether he is able to return in 2027 or not.