Australian player Josh Inglis will miss part of the 2026 IPL for his April wedding, despite being bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 8.6 crore.

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis will miss part of the 2026 IPL due to his wedding in early April, though he was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 8.6 crore despite limited availability. Initially unsold, he was picked after a bidding war following his release by Punjab Kings. Inglis, who scored 278 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 162.57 during his debut IPL season, has amassed 3,853 runs in 152 T20 innings. His high price tag and partial unavailability have raised questions about player eligibility rules and scheduling, prompting scrutiny from the BCCI and IPL Governing Council. The 2026 IPL runs from March 26 to May 31.