Pacers becoming unavailable is common in the IPL. Here, we take a look at the list of three unsold foreign pacers who can come back as replacement players in IPL 2026.
Therefore, it is easy for a few unsold pacers to get a gig in the IPL. In this regard, a few players on this list are close to getting a deal because of their attributes.
1) Spencer Johnson
KKR released Spencer Johnson and signed Mustafizur Rahman as his replacement. Spencer has a few traits that could help a team excel in the power play. Therefore, there is a chance that he could get a chance to come back to the tournament.
2) Gerald Coetzee is one of the unsold foreign pacers who can come back as replacement players in IPL 2026
Coetzee was rated highly, but he has failed to make an impact. Hence, he was released by the Gujarat Titans. A HTD bowler who can operate across phases, the player could get a chance if some other team faces a crisis. He can also add value with the bat and having experienced a lot of T20 cricket, he shall bring value.
3) Richard Gleeson
The veteran English cricketer is a safe pick for sides. He has a lot of experience in T20 cricket and can come in and do a good job with his variations. Last season, as well, he came in as a replacement. Teams would have seen him a bit and considering his fitness is decent, he could get a chance.
