Harry Brook, the England white-ball captain, recently addressed his ban from the IPL for two years after pulling out of the tournament just before the start. The IPL governing council had introduced a new rule stating that players who withdraw after being picked in the auction will face a two-year ban. Despite not receiving official confirmation of his ban, Brook accepted the consequences, stating his commitment to playing for England. He expressed his willingness to forego franchise cricket to prioritize his international career. Brook acknowledged the difficulty of his decision to withdraw from the IPL, citing the upcoming busy schedule of international cricket matches, including series against India and the Ashes in Australia. He had been picked by Delhi Capitals for INR 6.25 crore at the auction but opted to focus on representing England. Brook shared his decision on Instagram, apologizing to Delhi Capitals and their fans while emphasizing his dedication to preparing for the upcoming international matches.
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