India, March 14 -- IPL franchises operate under strict squad regulations, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will reportedly have provisions that allow teams to bring in replacements under specific circumstances. While the common belief is that players must be part of a registered squad for the entire season, the rules make exceptions in cases of injuries, withdrawals, or unique situations involving wicketkeepers.

According to Cricbuzz, One of the most intriguing provisions allows franchises to sign a short-term replacement wicketkeeper if all their registered wicketkeepers become unavailable.

This special exemption requires approval from the BCCI and lasts only until a previously unavailable wicketkeeper regains fitne...