Indian batter and Punjab Kings captain KL Rahul reflects on his brief stint with the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, expressing his desire for a "fairytale" comeback. He discusses his bond with the franchise and his struggles to secure a permanent spot before ultimately excelling with Punjab. However, his team change in the mega auction ahead of the 2022 season proves his commitment to constantly improving and embracing new opportunities.
As Punjab gears up for the upcoming rehearsals, pre-poll, and panchayat elections, the District Election Officer has declared holiday for over 20 schools in Ludhiana today, October 11, 2024 and October 14 and 15, 2024. The schools will be used as training centres, while online classes have been advised for students on those dates. The order was issued by DC Jatindra Jorwal, and schools will also be used as polling premises and for transportation purposes.
After missing the last season for fitness concerns, Jofra Archer is set to make a comeback in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The England pacer has an impressive IPL record and his potential return has sparked interest from Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, both of whom are looking to rebuild their squads. With his wicket-taking ability and explosive batting skills, Archer will be a top target in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction.
As Diwali approaches, customers of the Punjab State Cooperative Bank are in for a treat with the announcement of zero processing charges on all major loans. This festive offer, introduced by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is aimed at stimulating economic activity and enabling customers to celebrate the upcoming festivals without any financial burden. The offer will be valid for a limited period from October 15 to November 15, 2024 and applies to personal, consumer, and vehicle loans at all 18 branches of the bank in Chandigarh. With this initiative, the state government is reaffirming its commitment to boost the cooperative sector and provide affordable financing options to its citizens.
In an exhilarating Indian Super League (ISL) match, FC Goa secured its second consecutive win with a 2-1 victory over Punjab FC. FC Goa showed incredible agility and skill, maintaining its excellent form after breaking Bengaluru FC's unbeaten streak just five days prior. With this win, FC Goa climbed to third place in the standings, cementing its position as a top-performing team.
In what promises to be an exhilarating encounter, FC Goa will take on Punjab FC in the Indian Super League on November 6. Both teams have been in impressive form, with FC Goa securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Bengaluru FC in their last match and Punjab FC having won four out of their first five games. Punjab FC will have to be cautious of FC Goa's deadly attacking duo of Armando Sadiku and Borja Herrera, who have already scored 10 goals from inside the box this season. On the other hand, Punjab FC's dynamic frontline will have to work in sync to continue their winning streak and overcome FC Goa's strong home record.
Hoping to improve their standings in the Indian Super League (ISL), Jamshedpur FC will face Chennaiyin FC on Monday. With 12 points currently, a win for Jamshedpur would move them past Punjab FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant. Meanwhile, Chennaiyin FC, who sit at sixth place with eight points, will aim for their third victory of the season. With a history of 14 matches between the two teams, Chennaiyin FC holds a slight advantage with six wins compared to Jamshedpur's three.
The 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season has not started off well for Chennaiyin FC as they suffered a 3-2 loss to Punjab FC on Thursday. Manager Owen Coyle addressed the press before their next match against Jamshedpur FC, emphasizing the importance of team chemistry and talent over a big budget. Coyle's previous success with Jamshedpur FC, despite having a smaller budget, serves as motivation for the club as they look to turn their season around. In an interview, FC Goa coach Manolo Marquez also hinted at two players who could make a big impact on the league.
The release of Rishabh Pant from Delhi Capitals has sparked interest from several franchises in the upcoming IPL auction. Chennai Super Kings, who have shown interest in the wicket-keeper batter, might face difficulties in securing him due to their limited budget. With other teams like Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru having more purse balance, CSK's pursuit of Pant may prove to be challenging. In addition, there are also speculations of a possible homecoming for Ravichandran Ashwin in the CSK team.
The big news in the world of cricket is that Indian wicket-keepers Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul have been released by their respective teams ahead of the 2025 IPL auction. Along with them, a list of other big names such as Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, and Mohammed Siraj have also been released. Chennai Super Kings are reportedly interested in signing Pant, while Royal Challengers Bangalore might bring back local boy Rahul. It will be interesting to see which team lands these star players at the mega auction.