Why has Faf du Plessis decided not to participate in IPL 2026 auction?
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has decided not to participate in the auction for the IPL 2026, which has been scheduled on December 16 in Abu Dhabi.
Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has decided not to participate in the auction for the IPL 2026, which has been scheduled on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Here we can know the reason for his absence from the upcoming IPL edition after participating in the tournament for more than a decade.
Faf du Plessis was recently released by the IPL team Delhi Capitals, where he joined the last season and scored 202 runs in nine games. The former CSK and RCB star could be an important target for the upcoming mini auction for the IPL 2026, but the former Proteas captain has decided not to participate in the forthcoming auction.
It's a big decision: Faf du Plessis on not participating in IPL 2026 auction
While the IPL 2026 has been scheduled between March 15 and May 31, the Pakistan Super League 2026 will run between April and May, where eight teams will participate in the contest. While the IPL 2026 and PSL 2026 will run in a similar time period, Faf du Plessis has chosen the PSL.
On his social media post, Faf wrote, "After 14 seasons in the IPL, I've decided not to put my name into the auction this year. It's a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back. This league has been a massive part of my journey. I've been lucky to play with world-class teammates, for amazing franchises, and in front of fans whose passion is like nothing else. India has given me friendships, lessons, and memories that have shaped me as a cricketer and as a person."
The 42-year-old Faf du Plessis scored 4773 runs in 154 IPL matches with an average of 35.09 and a strike rate of 135.78, including 39 half-centuries. He is the third leading IPL run-scorer among foreign cricketers.
You'll see me again: Faf du Plessis to India
Faf has also confirmed that this isn’t goodbye for him to the IPL, as he will return to India in the future. He is now excited for the upcoming PSL season in Pakistan, while he previously experienced six PSL matches.
Faf added in his statement, "Fourteen years is a long time, and I'm proud of what this chapter has meant to me. India has a special place in my heart, and this certainly isn't goodbye - you'll see me again. This year, I've chosen to take on a new challenge and will be playing in the upcoming PSL season. It's an exciting step for me - a chance to experience something new, to grow as a player, and to embrace a league filled with incredible talent and energy. A new country. A new environment. A new challenge. I'm looking forward to the Pakistan hospitality."
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