PBKS Head Coach Ricky Ponting Sets Strategy for Player Retention in IPL 2025
2 months, 1 week ago

PBKS Head Coach Ricky Ponting Sets Strategy for Player Retention in IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

New Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting outlines his team's retention strategy for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. The franchise will retain only two uncapped players, Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, and will enter the auction with a substantial purse, allowing them to build a new squad from scratch. Ponting expressed excitement about the fresh start and plans to transform the franchise into a more dynamic and entertaining team.

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IPL 2025: Early Setback For CSK – Two Star Players Doubtful For Opening Matches
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IPL 2025: Early Setback For CSK – Two Star Players Doubtful For Opening Matches

ABP News  

With Indian Premier League 2025 just around the corner, excitement among fans is at peak. Meanwhile, five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings could face a major hurdle at the start of Indian Premier League 2025 season. New Zealand stars Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra are expected to miss CSK's opening weeks due to their national team's tour of Pakistan. Also …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting
3 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Punjab Kings' costliest acquisition Shreyas Iyer is "super excited" about being a part of the franchise and is hopeful about delivering results from the very first match. IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting It has been a remarkable year for Punjab Kings' latest acquisition, …

IPL 2025: Shreyas hopes to win league title with PBKS, excited to reunite with Ponting
3 weeks, 1 day ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas hopes to win league title with PBKS, excited to reunite with Ponting

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer, likely captain of Punjab Kings, aims to extend his sensational trophy-winning run in 2025 and secure the Indian Premier League 2025 title for the franchise. PBKS acquired Shreyas for a whopping Rs 26.75 crore in the IPL 2025 auction after the batter led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL title in 2024. Ricky Ponting, the newly appointed …

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians appoint new fielding coach, part ways with Kiwi James Pamment after 7 years – India TV
4 weeks, 1 day ago

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians appoint new fielding coach, part ways with Kiwi James Pamment after 7 years – India TV

India TV News  

Mumbai Indians have appointed Carl Hopkinson as the new fielding coach ahead of the 2025 edition of the IPL. "With this change in personnel, our long-serving fielding coach James Pamment bids adieu to the Mumbai Indians after seven years of invaluable contributions where he won two trophies in 2019 and 2020," an MI release said. Mumbai Indians after retaining their …

Pakistan Cricket Board targets unsold foreign IPL players for PSL 2025 Draft
1 month ago

Pakistan Cricket Board targets unsold foreign IPL players for PSL 2025 Draft

India Today  

Franchise owners have submitted a list of overseas players who went unsold in the recent IPL auction to the PCB to ensure they are registered for the Pakistan Super League players' draft. While most players will choose the more lucrative Indian league ahead of PSL, a number of high-profile overseas cricketers, including David Warner, Kane Williamson, Adil Rashid, Alex Carey, …

IPL 2025: Full List Of Head Coaches For All 10 Teams
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IPL 2025: Full List Of Head Coaches For All 10 Teams

ABP News  

All coaches in IPL 2025: The two-day IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, saw a record-breaking Rs 639.15 crore spent. Here's a look at the head coaches of all 10 IPL teams for IPL 2025 season: Royal Challengers Bangalore: Andy Flower, appointed as head coach last season, will return for IPL 2025 to lead RCB. Chennai Super Kings: Stephen …

IPL: 10 auction strategies used by franchises to get the players they wanted
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IPL: 10 auction strategies used by franchises to get the players they wanted

Live Mint  

The Indian Premier League triennial auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on 24-25 November had as much game strategy as you see on the cricket field. Ponting’s huge gamble The new Punjab Kings coach, Ricky Ponting, who parted ways with Delhi Capitals, had the biggest purse for the auction, after retaining only two uncapped players. Nehra’s calculated bets Gujarat Titans got …

'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025
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'Virat Kohli will be RCB skipper': AB de Villiers drops internet-breaking captaincy comeback hint for IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru finalised a 22-member squad for the 2025 Indian Premier League throughout the two-day auction earlier this week, but suspense remains on their captaincy. Virat Kohli might return as RCB captain Former RCB batter and one of the legends of the game, AB de Villiers, seemed to hint that Kohli "will lead" the side in the 2025 …

IPL: Too many Australians in Punjab Kings? Ricky Ponting reacts to criticism
1 month, 1 week ago

IPL: Too many Australians in Punjab Kings? Ricky Ponting reacts to criticism

India Today  

Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting has reacted to criticism about making the side mini-Australia. The Punjab side RTMed Arshdeep Singh for a massive amount of Rs 18 crore and majorly made a fresh side with 5 Australian players - including the likes of Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. IPL Auction: Rating all teams and squads Punjab Kings Full Squad …

IPL Auction 2025: Punjab Kings lose 19 players despite buying Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction 2025: Punjab Kings lose 19 players despite buying Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal

Live Mint  

In the recently concluded Indian Premier League Auction 2025 at Saudi Arabia's Jeddah, 10 franchises spent a total of ₹639.15 crore over a period of 2 days. They spent ₹18 crore each on leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and bought back Arshdeep Singh using the RTM option. Team bought the most players, lost previous ones: According to details, despite buying 23 players …

SRH IPL Auction 2025 Review: Sunrisers boost firepower, aim for balance, but finishing and death bowling concerns emerge
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SRH IPL Auction 2025 Review: Sunrisers boost firepower, aim for balance, but finishing and death bowling concerns emerge

Firstpost  

The Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged from the IPL 2025 auction with a bolstered squad, focusing on adding firepower and achieving balance. SRH IPL Auction 2025 trends: Balance over star power SRH’s strategy at the auction revolved around building a balanced squad with both experience and emerging talent. Unlike in previous seasons, SRH refrained from overspending on a single aspect, instead focusing …

IPL Auction 2025 - An emotional homecoming: Top five players who returned to their former franchises
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction 2025 - An emotional homecoming: Top five players who returned to their former franchises

The Hindu  

With the Indian Premier League mega auction taking place every few years, most of the players are often forced to hop across different franchises. However, the IPL 2025 auction saw some iconic players return to the franchises they once called home, with Ravichandran Ashwin’s homecoming to Chennai Super Kings being the highlight. Here are the top five players who will …

New faces of Andhra Cricket: Three budding talents to debut in IPL 2025 season
1 month, 2 weeks ago

New faces of Andhra Cricket: Three budding talents to debut in IPL 2025 season

New Indian Express  

SRIKAKULAM: For the first time in IPL history, five of Andhra Pradesh cricketers have been picked up by the franchises in the recently concluded Mega Auction. Meanwhile, Tripurana Vijay from Srikakulam district, Penmetsa Venkata Satyanarayana Raju from Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema district and Pyla Avinash from Visakhapatnam will be making their debut in the upcoming IPL. Among them, 22-year-old Tripurana …

IPL Auction 2025: Ricky Ponting buys 8 overseas players for Punjab Kings, here’s how Australian media reacts
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction 2025: Ricky Ponting buys 8 overseas players for Punjab Kings, here’s how Australian media reacts

Live Mint  

A month before the Indian Premier League 2025 auction, Ness Wadia and Preity Zinta-owned Punjab Kings appointed legendary Australian skipper Ricky Pointing as their head coach and gave him all the freedom to build a team from scratch. Sitting at the IPL Auction 2025, Punjab Kings had the biggest purse of ₹110.50 crore as they retained only Shashank Singh and …

'Petition to change Punjab Kings name to...': Australian media reacts as Ricky Ponting creates 'mini-Australia' in PBKS
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Petition to change Punjab Kings name to...': Australian media reacts as Ricky Ponting creates 'mini-Australia' in PBKS

Hindustan Times  

Ricky Ponting was appointed coach of Punjab Kings and provided a warchest of funds for his first auction with the new franchise, receiving the go-signal to build from scratch as the Ness Wadia and Preity Zinta-owned team looked to refresh in pursuit of a first IPL title. Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting will make a switch in the IPL from …

IPL Auction 2025: Full list of Australian players sold in mega auction
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction 2025: Full list of Australian players sold in mega auction

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction took take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. The 10 teams spent a total of Rs 639.15 crore on acquiring 182 players in the biggest IPL auction ever. There were 13 Australian cricketers among the 182 players to be sold in the auction, with pacer …

KKR IPL Auction 2025 Review: Kolkata bring back trusted players, bolster pace attack, but middle order looks thin
1 month, 2 weeks ago

KKR IPL Auction 2025 Review: Kolkata bring back trusted players, bolster pace attack, but middle order looks thin

Firstpost  

Kolkata Knight Riders used the IPL Auction 2025 to buy back a few payers from their title-winning campaign last season but also added some fast bowlers who have given a well-rounder look to their bowling attack. KKR IPL Auction 2025 purchase List Venkatesh Iyer: Rs 23.75 crore Quinton de Kock: Rs 3.60 crore Rahmanullah Gurbaz: Rs 2 crore Anrich Nortje: …

IPL 2025 Auction: Who will captain Royal Challengers Bengaluru next season?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Who will captain Royal Challengers Bengaluru next season?

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction took take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. Going into the auction, RCB retained three players - Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal. RCB squad for IPL 2025 Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Yash Dayal, Liam Livingstone, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Dar, …

IPL Auction 2025 Day 2: Kane Williamson, Ajinkya Rahane unsold; list of capped players not opted by franchises
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auction 2025 Day 2: Kane Williamson, Ajinkya Rahane unsold; list of capped players not opted by franchises

Live Mint  

In the ongoing Indian Premier League Auction 2025 on Day 2 at Saudi Arabia's Jeddah, big capped players like Daryl Mitchell, Kane Williamson, Shai Hope, Ajinkya Rahane and others remained unsold. The capped players who were not opted by franchises for ₹2 crore include Adil Rashid, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Shardul Thakur, Daryl Mitchell, and Kane Williamson. In total, 20 capped …

IPL 2025 Auction: Team-wise list of players bought, money spent, purse and slots remaining after Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Team-wise list of players bought, money spent, purse and slots remaining after Day 1

Firstpost  

Team spent a combined amount of Rs 467.95 crore for 72 players in a remarkable opening day of the IPL 2025 mega auction that witnessed Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer become the most expensive players in the history of the league. Total money spent: Rs 39.4 crore; Purse remaining: Rs 15.6 crore; Slots remaining: 13 Delhi Capitals purchased players: KL …

IPL Auctions 2025: Ponting welcomes new rule on overseas players participation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL Auctions 2025: Ponting welcomes new rule on overseas players participation

The Hindu  

Jofra Archer was added at the last minute ahead of the Indian Premier League’s 2025 player auction. In a bid to curb overseas cricketers registering for the auction and then withdrawing before the season citing personal reasons, the IPL authorities have introduced a new rule. IPL Mega Auction 2025: Teams Squads, record buys, sold and unsold players According to the …

IPL 2025 auction: Costliest players and steal deals after thrilling Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 auction: Costliest players and steal deals after thrilling Day 1

India Today  

The IPL 2025 mega auction kicked off with fireworks, delivering enthralling moments and jaw-dropping deals on Day 1. Rishabh Pant to Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore- Pant made history as the costliest player ever in IPL auctions, surpassing Mitchell Starc’s Rs 24.75 crore. Arshdeep Singh to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore - Using their RTM option, PBKS …

Punjab Kings Squad: PBKS full list of players bought in IPL 2025 Auction
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Punjab Kings Squad: PBKS full list of players bought in IPL 2025 Auction

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction was held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 577 players up for signing. Punjab Kings bought a total of 23 players at the two-day auction, with India batting star Shreyas Iyer being the franchise’s most expensive signing. PBKS also bought back Arshdeep Singh via the Right-to-Match option, while securing the services …

IPL 2025 Auction Live: List Of Sold And Unsold Players
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 Auction Live: List Of Sold And Unsold Players

ABP News  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, over two exciting days. Rishabh Pant made a record-breaking move to Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore, becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. Sunrisers Hyderabad signed fast bowler Mohammed Shami for Rs 10 crore. Punjab Kings, still striving for their first IPL title, …

Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2025 full squad updates: Complete list of players bought, retained
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2025 full squad updates: Complete list of players bought, retained

Live Mint  

IPL 2025 auction Day-2: Punjab Kings on Monday signed South African all-rounder Marco Jansen for ₹7 crore and Australian cricketer Josh Inglis for ₹2.60 crore on second day of the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. IPL 2025 auction Day-1: Punjab Kings made most noise on the first day of Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi …

Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2025 full squad LIVE Updates: Complete list of players bought, retained
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2025 full squad LIVE Updates: Complete list of players bought, retained

Live Mint  

Punjab Kings made most noise at Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Sunday as they shelled out ₹62.75 crore on Arshdeep Sing, Yuzvendra Chahal and Shreyas Iyer. Iyer could also be Punjab Kings' potential captain for IPL 2025. Unlike the other franchises, PBKS have a reputation of overhauling their whole squad during mega auctions.. Interestingly, …

IPL 2025 Auction updated list: Sold, unsold players of all 10 teams after Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 Auction updated list: Sold, unsold players of all 10 teams after Day 1

The Hindu  

Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player ever to be sold at an Indian Premier League auction after the Lucknow Super Giants acquired the wicketkeeper-batter’s services for ₹27 crore at the Abadi Al Johar arena in Jeddah on Monday. Earlier, the title-winning captain of IPL 2024, Shreyas Iyer, had broken the all-time record, going for ₹26.75 crore to Punjab Kings. …

IPL 2025: Rahul Dravid reveals how it feels to be part of auction after 8 years
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Rahul Dravid reveals how it feels to be part of auction after 8 years

India Today  

Former India cricketer Rahul Dravid revealed how it felt to be part of the auction after 8 long years. Dravid started his new innings as Rajasthan Royals' head coach and is currently in Jeddah for the IPL 2025 mega auction. In our case, we’ve retained a strong core, so we’re a little more comfortable, but it’s important to think on …

Rishabh Pant to Punjab Kings? India star likes Punjab's Ponting IPL auction post
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant to Punjab Kings? India star likes Punjab's Ponting IPL auction post

India Today  

The excitement in the lead-up to the IPL 2025 mega auction is palpable as all 10 franchises aim to build a strong team ahead of the new season. Punjab Kings and the official social media handle of IPL shared an interview of the newly-appointed head coach with Ricky Ponting. Rishabh Pant had liked the post, which sparked speculation among fans …

IPL 2025 Auction: Three players Punjab Kings can target as captain
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025 Auction: Three players Punjab Kings can target as captain

The Hindu  

Punjab Kings only retained uncapped batters Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 auction, and will ahead into the bidding on Sunday with a keen eye on securing the services of a captain. Here are three players PBKS could potentially sign in the auction as captain: KL Rahul Rahul has previously captained Punjab Kings, in …

PBKS' auction purse more than double of RR, MI, CSK, KKR, SRH: Which team has more money going into IPL auction?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PBKS' auction purse more than double of RR, MI, CSK, KKR, SRH: Which team has more money going into IPL auction?

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Premier League mega auction 2025 is going to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals retained the maximum of six players, and hence their auction purse has now been significantly reduced, heading into the auction. Here is the auction purse available for every franchise: Punjab Kings -- INR 110.5 crore Royal Challengers Bengaluru …

IPL 2025: Auction strategies for all 10 teams - Players to target for each team
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Auction strategies for all 10 teams - Players to target for each team

The Hindu  

The Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, with 574 players up for signing. | Photo Credit: EMMANUAL YOGINI/The Hindu While Patidar will be the anchor in the middle-order, RCB will need power-hitters who will rally around him, and could target the likes of Liam Livingstone, or even use …

Looking for the smartest IPL auction strategy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Looking for the smartest IPL auction strategy

Live Mint  

The Indian Premier League laid out a level playing field through player auctions from the very outset in 2008. Mumbai Indians looking for bowlers Jasprit Bumrah is the only specialist bowler among the five players retained by the Ambani-owned franchise that finished last in IPL 2024. With Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, and Hardik Pandya forming the backbone of …

IPL auction prediction: Can RCB target KL Rahul, Chahal with Rs 83 crore purse?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IPL auction prediction: Can RCB target KL Rahul, Chahal with Rs 83 crore purse?

India Today  

Another auction is here, and RCB steps in with the same hope—to build a well-rounded team capable of clinching their first-ever IPL title. With Rs 83 crore left in their purse and three RTMs available for both capped and uncapped players, RCB is poised to make crucial moves at the IPL 2025 mega auction. Purchased for Rs 14.25 crore in …

Ricky Ponting not happy with IPL auction clash with Perth Test: 'Worst scenario'
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ricky Ponting not happy with IPL auction clash with Perth Test: 'Worst scenario'

India Today  

Australian great Ricky Ponting was disappointed over the scheduling clash between the IPL mega auction and the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth, and labelled the situation as "the worst possible case scenario." The timing has forced Ponting, Justin Langer, and key personnel like Australia's bowling coach Daniel Vettori to prioritize their IPL commitments over the crucial series-opener. …

'Sourav Ganguly stood up against Warner-influenced Ponting in DC...': Kaif exposes Aussie legend in warning to PBKS
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Sourav Ganguly stood up against Warner-influenced Ponting in DC...': Kaif exposes Aussie legend in warning to PBKS

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif, on Monday, exposed Australia legend Ricky Ponting's coaching style as he opened up on his partnership with him at Delhi Capitals. Kaif revealed how Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly played a major role in Delhi's run to the final in 2020, and said that Ponting's biggest regret in his seven-year tenure as head coach would …

Bowling Stars To Watch Out For In IPL 2025 Auction: Bidding Wars Ahead!
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bowling Stars To Watch Out For In IPL 2025 Auction: Bidding Wars Ahead!

ABP News  

Indian Premier League 2025 Auction is just around the corner, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a base price of Rs 2 crore, this experienced pacer, who has been part of the IPL since 2019, is expected to secure a hefty bid in IPL 2025 Auction. Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, so far the most expensive …

IPL auction prediction: Will RR get Jos Buttler back or is it time to move on?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IPL auction prediction: Will RR get Jos Buttler back or is it time to move on?

India Today  

With the Indian Premier League 2025 auction approaching, all eyes are on the Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural champions of the competition. RR has retained a solid core, including captain Sanju Samson, his dynamic opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal, middle-order batter Riyan Parag, and even young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel for a substantial Rs 14 crore. Notably, RR’s iconic overseas star batter Jos …

IPL Mega Auction 2025: Which player can Punjab Kings retain using an RTM?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

IPL Mega Auction 2025: Which player can Punjab Kings retain using an RTM?

The Hindu  

Indian Premier League side Punjab Kings retained two players, Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, going into the IPL 2025 mega auction. Punjab Kings Player Retained Shashank Singh - Rs. - All you need to know about Right-to-match card Who can Punjab Kings retain using RTM? Additionally, the team might look to secure Ashutosh Sharma, an uncapped Indian player who played …

IPL 2025: Ponting joining PBKS, Jayawardene returning to MI and other support staff changes ahead of 18th season
1 month, 4 weeks ago

IPL 2025: Ponting joining PBKS, Jayawardene returning to MI and other support staff changes ahead of 18th season

Firstpost  

The overhaul ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction across the 10 franchises doesn’t appear to be limited to the playing group with several teams opting for bring in fresh faces in their backroom staff as well. Here’s a detailed guide to the support staff changes ahead of the IPL mega auction, including appointment of new head coaches: Mumbai Indians …

Ponting, Langer could skip Perth Test commentary gig due to IPL auction
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ponting, Langer could skip Perth Test commentary gig due to IPL auction

Deccan Chronicle  

According to Australian newspaper 'The Age', "Channel Seven could be without Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer for parts of the Perth Test due to a clash of commitments, and Australia may lose a vital backroom coach for the start of the blockbuster Border-Gavaskar series in a potential stand-off with Indian cricket. "Ponting, who has been appointed the head coach of …

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers predicts if Punjab Kings or RCB will pick Pant; ‘too expensive, all franchises will…’
2 months ago

IPL 2025 auction: AB de Villiers predicts if Punjab Kings or RCB will pick Pant; ‘too expensive, all franchises will…’

Live Mint  

Ahead of IPL 2025's mega auction, former South Africa cricketer and RCB batter AB de Villiers made a prediction about who would pick Rishabh Pant—Royal Challengers Bangalore or Ricky Ponting-led management at the Punjab Kings. The former RCB batter added that while it was highly likely that Punjab Kings would desperately bid for Rishabh Pant in the IPL auction, it …

Ricky Ponting's Delhi Capitals desire to be fulfilled at Punjab Kings: 'He was trying to get me...'
2 months ago

Ricky Ponting's Delhi Capitals desire to be fulfilled at Punjab Kings: 'He was trying to get me...'

Hindustan Times  

Ricky Ponting is set to take charge as head coach of the Punjab Kings in the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League and it looks like one of his unfulfilled desires at Delhi Capitals would come true as soon as he joins the team. Ricky Ponting was head coach of DC for seven years Prabhsimran was one of just …

Ponting's Insights on Dhoni's Workload Management in IPL 2025
2 months, 1 week ago

Ponting's Insights on Dhoni's Workload Management in IPL 2025

India Today  

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has expressed his views on MS Dhoni's future with the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025. Ponting believes that Dhoni will be at his vintage best in the 18th edition and that he will be crucial for the team's success. He also highlights Dhoni's leadership and mentorship skills, which he believes are essential for …

IPL 2025 Retention: Five Teams Release Captains, But Spinners Remain a Mystery
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2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025 Retention: Five Teams Release Captains, But Spinners Remain a Mystery

Firstpost  

Half of the IPL teams release their captains, indicating that some franchises were not happy with the existing leadership. Three specialist spinners are retained, along with a few all-rounders. Indian players and batters lead the retention list, with 46 players being retained by 10 teams, with only KKR and RR completing their full quota of six players. Mumbai Indians (MI), …

Shashank's Stellar Performance Guarantees His Retention by Punjab Kings
2 months, 1 week ago

Shashank's Stellar Performance Guarantees His Retention by Punjab Kings

The Hindu  

Shashank Singh expresses his gratitude and determination to prove the team owners' decision to retain him for the 2025 season. He showcased his exceptional skills with a stellar performance in the recent IPL auction, where he was acquired at his base price. The franchise, known for their commitment to player retention, has given him an opportunity to showcase his talent …

RR's Retention Strategy Focused on Young Indian Talent and Bowling Depth
2 months, 1 week ago

RR's Retention Strategy Focused on Young Indian Talent and Bowling Depth

Firstpost  

Rajasthan Royals prioritize young Indian talent in their IPL 2025 retention strategy. The franchise has retained Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Riyan Parag, who were instrumental in their playoff run in 2024. However, they will need to secure quality bowlers in the auction to build a competitive squad. The Royals have retained Dhruv Jurel, a surprising pick for a hefty …

Ponting's Retention Strategy: A Bold Move by Punjab Kings
2 months, 1 week ago

Ponting's Retention Strategy: A Bold Move by Punjab Kings

India TV News  

Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting has explained his rationale behind retaining only two uncapped players in the form of Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh in the upcoming mega auction. Ponting believes that this strategy is a thoughtful move that will allow him to build a strong and dynamic team that will be more entertaining for fans.

SRH's Retention Strategy: A Gamble on Middle-Order Batsmen
2 months, 1 week ago

SRH's Retention Strategy: A Gamble on Middle-Order Batsmen

Firstpost  

Sunrisers Hyderabad have retained all their capped players for the 2025 IPL auction. The focus will be on finding a replacement for the experienced but aging Pat Cummins, who is set to retire at the end of the season. The franchise will also be looking for a new middle-order batter to complement the existing trio of Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma, …

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