The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has implemented stringent measures to address the issue of players withdrawing from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after being acquired at the auction. In the past, several overseas players have pulled out of the tournament, prompting franchises to raise concerns with the BCCI.
To deter such withdrawals, the BCCI has introduced a two-season ban for players who make themselves unavailable before the start of the season. This penalty applies to players who register for the auction and are subsequently picked but choose to withdraw.
Additionally, the BCCI has made it mandatory for overseas players to register for the Big Auction to be eligible for subsequent auctions. This move aims to prevent players from selectively participating in the mini auction, which often results in inflated bidding wars.
To address fitness-related withdrawals, the BCCI will rely on confirmation from the player’s home board. However, the board is exploring the establishment of a verification system at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru to ensure the authenticity of medical claims.
The BCCI’s new regulations emphasize that overseas players cannot choose which auctions to participate in. This decision aims to maintain the integrity of the IPL and ensure that all players are available for the duration of the tournament.
