In a surprising turn of events, English pacer Jofra Archer is set to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 after being initially excluded from the final auction list. Archer’s absence from the finalized list, despite being part of the initial 1,500-player pool, had raised concerns among fans and cricketing experts.
Archer’s IPL 2025 Entry:
- Initial Exclusion: Archer, along with fellow pacer Mark Wood, was initially denied permission by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to participate in IPL 2025 due to national cricket commitments.
- Last-Minute Clearance: Reports suggest that after discussions between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), ECB, and player agents, Archer was granted a non-objection certificate (NOC) by the ECB. This development paved the way for his inclusion in the mega auction.
Fan Delight:
Archer’s commitment to featuring in IPL 2025 reportedly played a significant role in convincing the ECB to reverse its earlier decision. His inclusion has brought excitement to IPL fans, who eagerly await his return to the tournament.
With his late entry into the auction, all eyes will now be on which franchise secures the star pacer for IPL 2025.