Piyush Chawla becomes first Indian player in BPL auction

Bangla Press Desk:  Piyush Chawla has made history by becoming the first Indian player included in the BPL T20 auction list for the 12th edition in 2026. His entry marks a major shift in the league’s player dynamics and opens a new chapter for Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), which has never featured an Indian cricketer in its auction pool before.

For years, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has barred Indian players from participating in overseas franchise leagues like the BPL. The Indian board has not issued clearance for its cricketers to join the tournament, making Chawla’s inclusion a rare and unprecedented development that could spark future discussions on policy changes.

Chawla recently represented Ajman Titans in the Abu Dhabi T10 2025/26 and delivered impactful bowling performances. Across 6 matches, he took 7 wickets and scored 9 runs with the bat. His bowling impact keeps him on franchise radars ahead of the BPL auction.

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