Deepak Hooda IPL 2026 Auction Profile: Stats, Suspect Action, and Base Price
Deepak Hooda IPL 2026 profile: Stats, ₹75L base price, and the latest on his suspect bowling action ban threat. Will CSK or LSG bid?
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Introduction
Deepak Jagbir Hooda has carved out a unique identity in Indian cricket as a powerful finisher and handy off-spinner. However, as the IPL 2026 auction approaches, the 30-year-old all-rounder faces a major hurdle. While his batting remains potent, the BCCI has officially flagged his bowling action as "suspect," casting a shadow over his value as a true all-rounder.
Here is everything you need to know about Deepak Hooda’s career, stats, and the "bad news" affecting his auction prospects.
The "Suspect Action" Controversy (IPL 2026)
Despite his history as an international all-rounder, Hooda enters the IPL 2026 auction under scrutiny. On December 13, 2025, the BCCI formally notified franchises that Hooda is listed among players with suspect bowling actions.
The Risk: If reported again, he faces a total bowling ban in the IPL.
Recent Activity: While he didn't bowl for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2025, he recently bowled for Rajasthan in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, taking 3 wickets against Jharkhand on December 8.
Auction Status: He is listed in the AL1 (All-Rounder) category with a base price of ₹75 lakh.
Career Snapshot: From Baroda to Team India
Born on April 19, 1995, to an Air Force family, Hooda began his journey in the SGFI tournaments before making his name with Baroda and later Rajasthan in domestic cricket. Known for his agile fielding and clean hitting, his career milestones include:
Domestic Giants: Scored a double-century for Baroda in the 2016-17 Ranji Trophy.
International Debut: Made his ODI debut vs. West Indies and T20I debut vs. Sri Lanka in early 2022.
Record Breaker: Scored a T20I century against Ireland in 2022, sharing a massive 176-run partnership with Sanju Samson.
IPL Journey: A High-Value Commodity
Hooda has been a traveler in the IPL ecosystem, often fetching high bids due to his finishing ability.
Rajasthan Royals (2015): Debut season; scored a match-winning 54 off 25 balls vs. Delhi.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (2016-2019): Bought for ₹4.2 crores; played a key middle-order role.
Punjab Kings (2020-2021): Proved his utility as a finisher.
Lucknow Super Giants (2022-2024): Acquired for ₹5.75 crores.
Chennai Super Kings (2025): Played 7 matches purely as a batter.
Deepak Hooda Career Stats (As of April 2025)
Format | Matches | Runs | Batting Avg | Wickets | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20I | 21 | 368 | 30.67 | 6 | 4/10 |
ODI | 10 | 153 | 25.50 | 3 | - |
First-Class | 60 | 3,693 | 43.96 | 26 | 5/31 |
List A | 102 | 3,098 | 39.21 | 39 | 5/55 |
What to Expect at the Auction?
The IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi will test how franchises value Hooda. He is in the second set of players alongside stars like Venkatesh Iyer and Rachin Ravindra.
Teams must weigh a difficult choice: Do they bid for him as a pure batsman (risking his ₹75 lakh base price), or do they gamble that his bowling action will clear scrutiny? With other spinners like Abid Mushtaq also on the suspect list, spin options are becoming a delicate negotiation for team owners.