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Punjab Kings (PBKS) have assembled a competitive squad for the IPL 2025 season following a high-stakes mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The franchise secured a mix of proven performers, exciting young talents, and versatile all-rounders, signalling their intent to make a strong bid for their maiden IPL title.
Punjab Kings IPL 2025 Squad
Key players:
- Shreyas Iyer: A dependable batter and dynamic leader, Iyer will aim to guide PBKS to new heights.
- Yuzvendra Chahal: The IPL’s all-time leading wicket-taker, Chahal brings experience and control to the spin department.
- Arshdeep Singh: Retained as a cornerstone of the bowling unit, Arshdeep is expected to lead the pace attack with precision.
- Marcus Stoinis & Glenn Maxwell: These two Australian powerhouses offer all-round capabilities that add balance to the squad.
PBKS’s complete squad:
Shreyas Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Harpreet Brar, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur, Marco Jansen, Josh Inglis, Lockie Ferguson, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harnoor Pannu, Kuldeep Sen, Priyansh Arya, Aaron Hardie, Musheer Khan, Suryansh Shedge, Xavier Bartlett, Pyla Avinash, Pravin Dubey, Nehal Wadhera.
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Key Auction Highlights:
- Strengthening the bowling unit:
PBKS invested heavily in their bowling attack, adding international stars like Marco Jansen and Lockie Ferguson alongside emerging talents like Yash Thakur and Vijaykumar Vyshak. - Focus on all-round balance:
Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell will bring stability, with Maxwell’s explosive batting and off-spin providing an edge in critical matches. - Youthful additions:
The inclusion of promising players like Harnoor Pannu, Priyansh Arya and Musheer Khan underscores PBKS’s commitment to developing young talent.
PBKS’s quest for IPL glory
With a blend of seasoned campaigners and fresh faces, Punjab Kings have built a squad capable of mounting a serious challenge in IPL 2025. The presence of leaders like Shreyas Iyer and match-winners such as Glenn Maxwell makes them a formidable contender.
Fans are optimistic about PBKS’s chances as they prepare to enter the season with renewed determination and a well-rounded team.
