Key Players Punjab Kings Could Retain For IPL 2025

Punjab Kings (PBKS) had a challenging 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, finishing in 9th place and missing out on a playoff spot.

IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to take place between December 2024 and February 2025.

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Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 Auction: All teams are ramping up their preparations for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction.

While franchises are expected to be allowed to retain 4 players, there are rumors that the retention limit might be increased to 6 players. No official confirmation has been made yet. If the limit remains at 4, here's a look at the players Punjab Kings might consider retaining:

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Arshdeep Singh

Punjab Kings are likely to consider retaining their in-form star pacer Arshdeep Singh, who delivered a remarkable performance in the T20 World Cup 2024. As an experienced fast bowler, he has been a key player for PBKS. Arshdeep finished as the second-highest wicket-taker for Punjab Kings in last IPL season, taking 19 wickets in 14 matches.

Sam Curran

Sam Curran had an impressive last IPL season, including serving as captain of Punjab Kings. He scored 270 runs in 13 matches with a strike rate of 123.28. Given his solid performance and leadership, Punjab Kings will most likely consider retaining captain Curran for the IPL 2025 season.

Shashank Singh

Given Shashank Singh's standout performance in 2024 IPL season, Punjab Kings may also consider retaining him. He made a huge impact with his explosive batting, playing key innings throughout the season. Shashank emerged as the top scorer for his team, amassing 354 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 164.65.

Ashutosh Sharma

Ashutosh Sharma had a standout debut season in IPL 2024, making history as the first Indian player to score over 100 runs in a season while batting at number 8. He accumulated 189 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 167.26, with an average of 27. Given his impressive debut, Punjab Kings might consider retaining him for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

When will IPL 2025 Auction take place?

IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to take place between December 2024 and February 2025, though the exact date is yet to be confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).