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Faf du Plessis opts out of Indian Premier League 2026, heads to Pakistan Super League
Former South Africa stalwart Faf du Plessis has announced that he will not register for the IPL 2026 auction, choosing instead to pursue a fresh challenge in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Du Plessis was among the players released by Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the 2026 mini auction after a modest 2025 season. In 2025, he scored 202 runs in nine IPL games for DC and even led the team in two games when the regular skipper, Axar Patel, was injured.
"After 14 seasons in the IPL, I've decided not to put my name into the auction this year. It's a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back," du Plessis wrote in a statement on his social media handles.
"This league has been a massive part of my journey. I've been lucky to play with world-class teammates, for amazing franchises, and in front of fans whose passion is like nothing else. India has given me friendships, lessons, and memories that have shaped me as a cricketer and as a person."
However, he didn't rule out the possibility of a return to the cash-rich league.
"Fourteen years is a long time, and I'm proud of what this chapter has meant to me. India has a special place in my heart, and this certainly isn't goodbye - you'll see me again," he said.
"This year, I've chosen to take on a new challenge and will be playing in the upcoming PSL season. It's an exciting step for me - a chance to experience something new, to grow as a player, and to embrace a league filled with incredible talent and energy. A new country. A new environment. A new challenge. I'm looking forward to the Pakistan hospitality."
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