Did IPL overlook a gem while chasing the glitter? Yash Dhull, the former Delhi Capitals’ batsman who was ignored at the IPL 2025 auction, has responded emphatically by delivering brilliant performances to start the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025.
He was bought by the Delhi Capitals in the 2022 IPL auction ahead of the 2022 season. Despite entering the IPL 2025 auction with a base price of 30 lakh INR, he went unsold. The Delhi Capitals released him ahead of this auction.
[Revealed] Why Did Delhi Capitals Not Retain Yash Dhull?
Generally, Yash Dhull’s modest performance in the IPL and a less impressive recent domestic season are considered for his non-retention in the IPL.
Although he showed great promise as a former India Under-19 World Cup-winning captain and has good domestic statistics, he only played four IPL matches up to 2024, scoring just 16 runs with no significant impact.
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Moreover, Dhull did not get any game time for the Delhi Capitals in the 2024 IPL season, which further lowered his stock among franchises.
Despite entering the IPL 2025 auction with a base price of 30 lakh INR, the young cricketer remained unsold.
The Delhi Capitals released him ahead of the 2025 auction, reflecting their decision not to retain him based on his performance progression and the competitive nature of the team composition in IPL 2025.
[Trending] Forces IPL to Rethink Auction Snub with Blazing Form
Yash Dhull is back in form!! He scored his unbeaten 101 off 56 balls for Central Delhi Kings against North Delhi Strikers on 3 August at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. He further hit eight fours and seven sixes in that innings, leading his team to an eight-wicket victory chasing 175 runs.
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The very next day, Dhull followed up with an unbeaten 55 off just 34 balls against New Delhi Tigers, helping Central Delhi Kings easily chase a target of 125 with nine wickets and seven overs to spare.
Can Yash Dhull Turn Heads in the 2026 IPL Auction Arena?
With his recent strong performances in the 2025 Delhi Premier League, he is garnering attention from cricket experts.
If Dhull maintains his good form and consistency in domestic and regional leagues like DPL leading up to the IPL 2026 auction, his chances of being picked by an IPL franchise are considerably better than before.
Amit Mishra’s Take
IPL, being one of the prominent leagues in cricket, clubs look for skills, role balance, performance, potential, and experience, among other things, in their players. So, to earn a spot, one must truly stand out.
Reflecting on Yash Dhull’s recent form, he is definitely making a strong case for himself. However, there’s still room for growth if he wants to secure a lasting place in a competitive squad.
