Ajit Chandila was a Haryana off-spinner who played for Rajasthan Royals and became known after taking a hat-trick in IPL 2012.
Chandila was arrested in 2013 for alleged spot-fixing during the IPL, a controversy that shook the league’s credibility.
Following investigations, BCCI imposed a life ban, effectively ending his IPL and top-level cricket career overnight.
In 2021, the life ban was lifted, allowing Chandila to return to domestic cricket - but IPL franchises never showed interest.
Despite eligibility, teams prioritise brand value and trust, areas where Chandila’s reputation remains severely damaged.
The Indian Premier League has never officially banned him again, but the league’s ecosystem quietly rejects players linked to integrity breaches.
Realistically, forgiveness in IPL isn’t written in rulebooks - it’s decided in auction rooms, and so far, Chandila’s name hasn’t been called.