In a major blow to Deepak Hooda's hopes of featuring in the IPL 2025 mega auction, the BCCI has added him to the list of players with suspected bowling action. This comes at an unfortunate time for the all-rounder who was recently released by his IPL team. While veteran batter Manish Pandey has been banned from bowling altogether, Hooda's situation is uncertain which raises doubts over his value as an all-rounder. With not many established names in the category of Indian batters who can also bowl, this turn of events puts Hooda's future in IPL at risk.
Manish Pandey Banned from Bowling, Deepak Hooda's Action under Suspicion
In a significant development, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has banned veteran batsman Manish Pandey from bowling in all forms of cricket due to an illegal action, and added all-rounder Deepak Hooda to the list of players with suspected bowling actions.
Manish Pandey's Ban
Pandey, who is currently without an IPL team after being released by Sunrisers Hyderabad, has been found to have an action that violates the ICC's regulations. The BCCI has not specified the nature of the violation, but it is believed to be related to the extension of his arm.
Pandey has been a part-time off-spinner who occasionally bowled for his IPL and state teams. However, he will no longer be eligible to bowl in any domestic or international competition.
Deepak Hooda's Suspected Action
Hooda, on the other hand, has not been banned but his action has come under scrutiny. The BCCI has added him to the list of players with suspected bowling actions, which means he will have to undergo further testing to determine the legality of his action.
Hooda is a versatile all-rounder who can bat in the middle order and bowl off-spin. His inclusion on the suspected action list raises doubts over his value as an all-rounder, as he may not be able to bowl in the IPL 2023 mega auction.
Impact on IPL 2023
The BCCI's decision to ban Pandey and add Hooda to the suspected action list could significantly impact their value in the upcoming IPL mega auction. Teams that were considering bidding for these players as all-rounders may now have to reconsider their options.
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