Why Ayush Badoni, Yash Dhull are Not Playing DPL Final 2026?

South Delhi Superstarz and Central Delhi Kings are ready to go head-to-head in the Delhi Premier League Final 2026 at one of the best cricket stadiums in the world, Arun Jaitley Stadium. This time both teams will be without their marquee players, Ayush Badoni and Yash Dhull. These two talented batters played a key role in helping their respective teams perform well during the league stage, which is why they are in the final.

Their absence from such a crucial match has become a major talking point among fans and cricket followers. As both teams get ready for the biggest clash of the season, supporters are eager to know why these two key players will not be part of the final. Their absence could have a big impact on their teams' chances of winning the trophy.

Why Ayush Badoni is Not Playing DPL Final 2026?

South Delhi Superstarz captain and one of the best batsmen in India, Ayush Badoni is missing the DPL 2026 Final because he is currently playing in the Duleep Trophy semi-final as part of the North Zone team. Badoni is representing North Zone against South Zone and is unavailable for his DPL side's biggest match of the season.

The explosive batter did not have a good start in the first innings, as he was dismissed for just 2 runs off 6 balls. With their regular captain unavailable for the final, wicketkeeper-batter Tejasvi Dahiya will be Ayush Badoni replacement, who will also take over the captaincy duties.

Why Yash Dhull is Not Playing DPL Final 2026?

Yash Dhull, who was Central Delhi Kings captain, is also set to miss the high-pressure DPL Final 2026 after suffering a suspected Grade-2 hamstring strain. The top-order batter sustained the injury shortly before North Zone’s crucial Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone, ruling him out of the title clash.

His absence is a major blow for Central Delhi Kings, with the captain also being their leading run-scorer. Finding Yash Dhull replacement was not easy; however, CDK won Qualifier 2 in his absence and will be hoping to keep the momentum going in the Final as well.