Ben Duckett, the talented English wicketkeeper-batter, will not be participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Despite registering for the auction at a base price of ₹2 crores, Duckett went unsold during the recent mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
He scored a half-century against India in the 3rd T20I and help his team for a victory, which shows how he can play in the Indian condition.
IPL 2025 Auction Overview
The IPL 2025 auction witnessed intense bidding wars among franchises, with a total expenditure of ₹639.15 crores on 182 players.
However, Duckett’s name was among the notable omissions from the final team rosters. His unsold status has raised eyebrows, especially considering his recent performances in the Big Bash League (BBL), where he showcased his explosive batting skills.
Recent Form and Performance
In the last BBL season, Duckett has been in sensational form, scoring 243 runs from seven innings at an average of 34.71 and a strike rate of 154.77.
His standout performance came in a match against the Sydney Sixers, where he hit six boundaries in one over and finished with an impressive 68 runs off 29 balls.
This display of power hitting against top bowlers, including the world’s number one T20I bowler Akeal Hosein, highlighted his potential and made many question why he was overlooked during the IPL auction.
Potential as a Replacement Player
Despite not being picked initially, there are discussions about Duckett potentially being considered as a replacement player later in the tournament.
His versatility as a left-handed batsman who can also keep wickets makes him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their squads due to injuries or other unforeseen circumstances.
Experts believe that if Duckett continues to perform well in T20 formats, especially during his upcoming matches for England against India, franchises may reconsider their options and look to bring him into their squads.
