Duckett exits IPL 2026 late, DC face squad setback
Ben Duckett has pulled out of IPL 2026, informing Delhi Capitals on Monday due to personal and scheduling reasons just before the season start, forcing the team into a last-minute reshuffle.
“I’m truly sorry to Delhi Capitals and the fans,” Duckett said, as quoted by ANI, adding, “It’s a tough call but necessary.”
A DC official admitted, “It’s a setback losing him this late,” while experts noted his aggressive top-order role “won’t be easy to replace.”
With the season nearing, Delhi now scramble to fill a key gap in their squad.