Overview

• Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer, both former Australian captains, are expected to miss part of the Perth Test against India due to IPL auction commitments.
• Ponting is the head coach of Punjab Kings, while Langer is with Lucknow Super Giants; both are crucial to their IPL teams' auction strategies.
• The IPL auction in Jeddah is scheduled for November 24-25, coinciding with the latter days of the Perth Test starting November 22.
• Assistant coach Daniel Vettori, involved with Sunrisers Hyderabad, also faces a decision on whether to stay with the Australian team or attend the auction.
• Channel Seven's extensive broadcasting deal with Foxtel highlights the tension between international cricket obligations and the lucrative IPL commitments.