Ricky Ponting Returns As Head Coach In Indian Premier League - All You Need To Know

Delhi Capitals parted ways with Ricky Ponting a few months ago, leading to speculation about his next move

Ricky Ponting was the head coach of Delhi Capitals until this year's IPL.

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Ricky Ponting in IPL 2025: Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting, who was the head coach of Delhi Capitals until this year's IPL, is expected to join another franchise for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.

According to an ESPN report, Punjab Kings (PBKS) have appointed Ponting as their head coach for IPL 2025. Delhi Capitals parted ways with him a few months ago, leading to speculation about his next move. Ponting's appointment with Punjab Kings now puts those rumors to rest.

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After parting ways with head coach Trevor Bayliss following IPL 2024, Punjab Kings were in search of a coach who could bring success to the team. There were strong indications that the franchise was considering an Indian coach, with names like Yuvraj Singh, Virender Sehwag, and Ashish Nehra in the mix. However, Punjab Kings has surprised everyone by appointing Ricky Ponting as their new head coach.

Ricky Ponting Faces Tough Challenge As Head Coach Of Punjab Kings

Ricky Ponting faces a tough challenge as the new head coach of Punjab Kings. The team has been part of the IPL since 2008, but despite having talented players and strong coaching staff over the years, they have yet to win a title. Ponting's task will be to change the team's fortunes and lead them to their first IPL title.

Punjab Kings' most notable performance was in 2014, when they reached the final but lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Back then, the team was captained by Australian George Bailey and coached by Sanjay Bangar. Ponting's major challenge will be to assemble a well-balanced team and achieve results that match the team's potential.

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