PBKS IPL 2025 Full Player List | Punjab Kings Final IPL 2025 Team: Punjab Kings Squad with Complete Details of Players Bought, Retained, and Released | Cricket News – Times of India

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NEW DELHI: Under the new guidance of Ricky Ponting, Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to embark on a promising campaign in the IPL 2025, equipped with the largest budget of INR 110.5 crore among all franchises.
This financial advantage was strategically utilized to craft a balanced team, aiming to secure their first-ever IPL championship. A significant move in their team assembly was the acquisition of Shreyas Iyer, a renowned Indian batsman, for an unprecedented sum of Rs 26.75 crore, setting a new record for the highest purchase in IPL history.
Iyer, who previously led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL victory in 2024, is expected to enhance PBKS’s batting strength significantly.
In addition to Iyer, PBKS has also fortified its bowling lineup by signing Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal, both for Rs 18 crore. These players are among India’s top wicket-takers in T20Is, promising to add depth and versatility to the team’s bowling department, potentially making it one of the most competitive in the league.
Prior to the auction, PBKS retained two of its key players, Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh, for INR 5.5 crore and INR 4 crore, respectively.

Shashank Singh has been recognized for his impactful performances as a middle-order batsman and a part-time bowler, while Prabhsimran Singh has been valued for his explosive batting at the top order and his skills as a wicketkeeper.
Since its inception in 2008, PBKS, formerly known as Kings XI Punjab, have experienced a mix of highs and lows, with their best performance being a runner-up finish in 2014.

However, inconsistency and frequent changes in leadership have been major obstacles in their quest for the title. The appointment of Ricky Ponting as head coach signifies a strategic shift towards stability, tactical acumen, and long-term planning in pursuit of success.
With a substantial budget and a strategic approach to the auction, PBKS focused on addressing key areas such as securing a consistent top-order batsman, experienced finishers, and specialist bowlers for the death overs.
This approach underlines their ambition to build a well-rounded and competitive squad for IPL 2025, aiming to overcome past inconsistencies and achieve their long-awaited championship victory.

PBKS IPL 2025 Full Player List: Punjab Kings Squad with Complete Details of Players Bought, Retained, and Released

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