Faf du Plessis to Skip IPL 2025, Confirms Pakistan Super League Move

South African cricketer Faf du Plessis has chosen to skip the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). After being released by the Delhi Capitals, he decided not to enter his name in the auction. Du Plessis shared the news through a statement on his social media pages.

He also confirmed that he will be playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), which will take place at the same time as the IPL. However, Du Plessis has confirmed that he is not retiring from the cash-rich T20 league at all and will make his comeback.

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Faf du Plessis Batter

Faf du Plessis is a 41-year-old South African right-handed batter born on July 13, 1984.

Faf du Plessis Skips IPL 2025 but Promises Future Return

Notably, Faf will miss the IPL for the first time in 14 years, having featured in the tournament since 2012. Overall, he played for four teams in this IPL career - Chennai Super Kings, Rising Pune Supergiant, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals.

"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. 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. To every coach, teammate, support staff member, and every fan who has backed me over the years - thank you. Your support has meant the world," Faf du Plessis posted.

"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. 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 it 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. See you all soon," he wrote.

Although Du Plessis has said that he hasn’t played his last IPL match and hopes to return in the future, here’s a quick look at what he has achieved in the league so far. He has played 154 IPL games, scoring 4,773 runs at an average of 35.09 and a strike rate of 135.78. He has also hit 39 half-centuries. Du Plessis captained RCB for three seasons, from 2022 to 2024.

Most of his IPL career was spent with CSK, where he became a key player. However, he was released before the mega auction and played for the Delhi Capitals in the last season.