New-look Punjab Kings out to seek redemption

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Punjab Kings Aim for Redemption in IPL 2025

Franchise Overhaul and Fresh Hopes

The Punjab Kings are entering IPL 2025 with a revamped squad and high hopes for redemption. After failing to qualify for the playoffs since their 2014 runner-up finish, the franchise has made significant changes to turn their fortunes around. Key moves include:

  • Retaining only two uncapped players (Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh) to maximize their auction budget
  • Securing IPL-winning captain Shreyas Iyer for INR 26.75 crore, the second-highest bid in IPL history
  • Appointing Ricky Ponting as head coach to bring in IPL-winning expertise

Squad Strength and Key Players

The Kings have assembled a balanced squad with a mix of experience and potential. Notable signings include:

  • Shreyas Iyer (captain): A proven leader with recent IPL and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy successes
  • Glenn Maxwell: A T20 specialist with a strong track record
  • Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal: Key bowling options
  • Marcus Stoinis and Nehal Wadhera: All-round value additions

Challenges and Concerns

  • Lockie Ferguson is out of contention due to a foot injury, creating a bowling void
  • The team's home ground performance has been poor, with just a 14.28% win rate since 2023

Schedule Highlights

  • Opening game: March 25 against Gujarat Titans
  • Early break: Six-day gap after the opener
  • Busy mid-April: Four matches in 10 days, including two away and two home games
  • Final home games: Three matches in Dharamsala before the season finale in Jaipur

Key Stat to Watch

14.28%: Punjab Kings' win percentage in home games since 2023, the lowest in IPL. Can they turn this around in 2025?



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