Deepak Hooda Named in BCCI Suspected Bowlers’ List Ahead of IPL 2025 Auction
India all-rounder Deepak Hooda is in trouble before the IPL 2025 mega auction. Cricbuzz reports that Hooda is on the BCCI’s list of bowlers with a suspected, illegal action. This could jeopardize his ability to bowl in matches.
Hooda, who represented the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2024, is not the only player under scrutiny. Saurabh Dubey (VCA) and KC Cariappa (CAM) are on the suspected bowlers’ list. Manish Pandey (KSCA) and Shrijith Krishnan (KSCA) are banned from bowling.
Impact on Hooda’s IPL Career
Hooda is on the suspect list after a poor IPL 2024. He scored 145 runs in 11 matches and took no wickets. Consequently, LSG released the 29-year-old Rajasthan all-rounder ahead of the 2025 auction.
Hooda has played 10 ODIs and 21 T20Is in his career. He scored 153 runs in the ODIs and 368 runs, including a century, in the T20Is. His last international match was in February 2023. It was a T20I against New Zealand, where he scored 30 runs.
If banned from bowling, Hooda would struggle to get a spot in the IPL as an all-rounder. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball has consistently made him an attractive pick in franchise cricket.
Other Players Under Review
Also, Saurabh Dubey and KC Cariappa are under scrutiny for illegal bowling actions. They are both uncapped players. Meanwhile, Manish Pandey and Shrijith Krishnan have already been barred from bowling altogether.
This comes at a crucial time for players. They are gearing up for the IPL 2025 mega auction on November 24–25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It is highly anticipated. 1,574 players registered for the auction: 1,165 Indians and 409 foreigners. Competition for limited team slots will be fierce.
IPL 2025: Auction Highlights and Season Details
The IPL 2025 mega auction will draw much attention. Franchises will seek to rebuild their squads. The BCCI has shared key details about the tournament. It will run from March 14 to May 25, 2025.
Also, the BCCI revealed plans for the next three IPL seasons. This will help franchises plan for auctions and team compositions.
- IPL 2026: March 15 to May 31
- IPL 2027: March 14 to May 30
All finals are scheduled for Sundays, ensuring peak viewership for the marquee matches.
Injury-Prone Players and New Faces in the Auction Pool
The BCCI has said that several high-profile, uncapped players will be in the IPL 2025 auction.
- England pacer Jofra Archer, despite his ongoing injury concerns.
- Indian-born American pacer Saurabh Netravalkar.
- Mumbai uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Hardik Tamore.
With these additions, the two-day auction will have a fierce bidding war among franchises for the players.
What’s Next for Deepak Hooda?
For Hooda, the coming days will be crucial. If tests confirm an illegal bowling action, he may lose his all-rounder tag. This could hurt his career in both the IPL and international cricket. With the auctions looming, franchises await the BCCI’s decision on Hooda’s bowling.
The IPL 2025 auction will be a spectacle. But, the fate of players like Deepak Hooda shows the high stakes in pro cricket.
