Overview

• Harry Brook withdrew from IPL 2025 days before its start, triggering a two-year ban under the league’s withdrawal policy.
• Kevin Pietersen, mentor for Delhi Capitals, expressed disappointment over Brook’s absence and highlighted his struggle against spin in India.
• Pietersen revealed he had planned to mentor Brook, similar to his work with Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow, to improve his spin-playing skills.
• Brook, recently appointed as England’s white-ball captain, has a poor record in India with limited success in T20Is and ODIs on subcontinental pitches.
• Delhi Capitals are currently mid-table in IPL 2025, while Brook focuses on international duties, including upcoming matches against India.