Punjab Kings made a statement at the IPL 2025 mega auction, securing the services of Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer for a whopping INR 26.75 crores. This made Iyer the most expensive player in IPL history, before being surpassed by Rishabh Pant who was bought for INR 27 crores by Lucknow Super Giants. PBKS had the largest purse of INR 110.5 crores and retained only two players from last season, making impressive signings such as Yuzvendra Chahal and coach Ricky Ponting.
The IPL 2024 Auction saw intense bidding for former KKR captain Shreyas Iyer, who was eventually sold to Punjab Kings for a staggering Rs 26.75 crore, the highest ever bid in IPL history. KKR and Punjab Kings engaged in a heated bidding war for Iyer, with the player's base price of Rs 2 crore quickly escalating to Rs 20 crore. In the end, it was Punjab Kings who secured Iyer for their team, leaving fans stunned and excited for the upcoming season.
The highly anticipated IPL 2025 Mega Auction kicked off with a bang, as teams spent a whopping Rs 467.95 crore on the first day. The biggest headlines of the day were made by Indian star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, who was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore. Other notable big buys included Venkatesh Iyer (KKR, Rs 23.75 crore) and Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS, Rs 18 crore). In a surprise move, Sunrisers Hyderabad picked up Ishan Kishan for Rs 11.25 crore, while Mumbai Indians were late to the party and bought Trent Boult for Rs 12.50 crore.
Delhi Capitals have released their long-time player and captain Rishabh Pant ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, leaving many fans and experts surprised. Despite Pant's impressive performance in the 2024 season, where he made a strong comeback and also gained the Indian team's trust across formats, the franchise decided not to retain him. This has opened up opportunities for other franchises, particularly RCB, who have a large budget and need a strong captain and wicket-keeper. Meanwhile, PBKS will also be a key bidder as they have the largest purse among all teams.
After a disappointing performance in the previous edition of IPL, Punjab Kings (PBKS) has decided to release most of their experienced players and rebuild their team from scratch. Under the guidance of new head coach Ricky Ponting, the franchise has decided to retain only two players - uncapped Indian duo of Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh. The dynamic batting pair was among the few bright lights for PBKS in IPL 2024 and their retention comes as no surprise considering their impressive performance with the bat. With their core players intact, PBKS will be aiming for a fresh start in the upcoming IPL season.
As the IPL 2025 retention deadline wrapped up, Punjab Kings made headlines with their strategic retention of uncapped players Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, leaving them with a whopping 110.5 crore in their auction purse. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals raised some eyebrows by letting go of star skipper Rishabh Pant, opting to retain experienced players Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, and Abishek Porel. While DC's decision sparked some debate, co-owner Parth Jindal assured fans that the team is determined to build a strong and balanced squad that will bring home the elusive IPL trophy.
Punjab Kings have revealed their retention list for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction, with only two players being retained. Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh are the only players to make the cut, while the team's former designated captain Shikhar Dhawan has announced his retirement. The decision to retain only two players will provide PBKS with a bigger purse for the mega auction.
After a disappointing IPL 2024 season, it seems another Australian coach may be on their way out of the Indian Premier League. According to reports, Punjab Kings are set to end their ties with head coach Trevor Bayliss and are now searching for an Indian replacement. Despite no complaints about Bayliss' coaching style, the franchise is keen on finding a coach who can deliver better results, especially after finishing eighth and ninth in the last two seasons.
"Punjabi Kings Seek Veteran Indian Cricketer and Australian Pacer as New Head Coaches" After releasing Trevor Bayliss, the franchise is considering Wasim Jaffer and Shaun Tait for the head coach role in the IPL. Jaffer has previously served as a batting coach for the team in two tenures, while Tait would be making his coaching debut. PBKS have been struggling to reach the playoffs and are facing a tough task in the upcoming mega auction to build a competitive team.
As the 2024 IPL comes to a close, bet on the final game between KKR and SRH to determine the new champions. While this season has proved to be difficult for bowlers, some have still managed to showcase their wicket-taking abilities, with PBKS' Harshal Patel currently leading the chart for top wicket takers. But as we look back at previous editions, we see a trend of overseas players dominating the Purple Cap leaderboard, with names like Rajasthan Royals' Sohail Tanvir and Gujarat Titans' Mohammed Shami standing out. For a chance to win big prizes, make your fantasy picks with Dafa News' exclusive IPL game and be a part of the ongoing excitement in the cricket world.