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Harry Brook Opens Door to IPL Return While Serving Two‑Year Ban

The England captain’s change of tone matters to franchises because his suspension blocks auction entry and outlets disagree on exactly when he will become eligible again.

Jasprit Bumrah has been quite successful against Harry Brook of late.
Harry Brook said he's open to playing in the IPL. Courtesy: PTI
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Overview

  • On Thursday Brook told Cricinfo that he remains fully focused on playing for England but would “definitely” consider returning to the Indian Premier League in the future.
  • Brook is currently serving a two‑year IPL ban after withdrawing from the tournament in consecutive seasons (2024 and 2025) following his 2025 purchase by Delhi Capitals.
  • Most outlets report that the ban prevents him entering the IPL auction until 2028, but at least one report interprets the rule to allow a 2027 return, creating a clear dispute over eligibility timing.
  • Brook has first‑hand IPL experience, scoring a century for Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023 and being bought for a reported ₹6.25 crore by Delhi Capitals at the 2025 mega auction before his 2025 withdrawal.
  • The development highlights two wider issues: the toll of international captaincy on player workload and how tightened IPL rules on overseas withdrawals can shape players’ careers and franchise planning.