As the countdown to the IPL 2025 mega auction intensifies, one player facing a crucial crossroads is all-rounder Deepak Hooda. The 28-year-old, who had a tumultuous IPL 2024 season, has now found his bowling action under the microscope, casting serious doubts on his future in the tournament.
India All-Rounder Deepak Hooda’s IPL 2025 Auction Bid in Jeopardy Amid Bowling Action Scrutiny
Reports from Cricbuzz have confirmed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has placed Hooda’s off-spin action on a list of suspected actions. While Hooda has not yet been banned from bowling, the scrutiny could have long-term consequences for his career as a multi-dimensional player.
With the IPL auction only days away, the uncertainty surrounding his bowling action adds a layer of complexity to his prospects, especially after a disappointing season with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), who decided to release him following his underwhelming performance.
In IPL 2024, Hooda’s numbers were far from impressive—he managed just 145 runs in 11 matches and failed to pick up a single wicket with the ball. This lack of impact with both bat and ball led to his departure from LSG, a decision that cast a shadow over his reputation.
The recent revelation about his bowling action only compounds his challenges as he prepares for the upcoming auction. While he remains a capable middle-order batsman, it’s his ability to contribute with the ball that elevates him as an all-rounder, making this development a significant blow to his IPL hopes.
The timing of this news couldn’t have been worse for Hooda. Just as he was hoping for a fresh start in IPL 2025, the concerns over his bowling action have put his future in jeopardy.
The BCCI has also released a list of other players whose actions are under scrutiny, including Saurabh Dubey and KC Cariappa, but it is Hooda’s situation that has grabbed attention, given his prominent role in domestic cricket and his previous IPL experience.
In a further twist, the BCCI has confirmed the ban of veteran batter Manish Pandey from bowling, making him the latest player to face the consequences of a suspect bowling action. However, unlike Pandey, Hooda has not yet reached that stage, but his status remains uncertain.
For Hooda, this moment feels like a test of resilience. His future now hangs in the balance as the IPL 2025 auction approaches. If he is cleared, he could yet find a new home at the auction table, but if his action is deemed illegal, it might force him to re-evaluate his career plans.
As the clock ticks down, all eyes will be on Deepak Hooda’s fate. Will the all-rounder bounce back from the setback, or will this be the final chapter in his IPL journey? Only time will tell.
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