Possible IPL 2025 Punjab Kings Retained Players List
Punjab Kings is one of the 3 teams struggling to win the IPL trophy since 2008. The best season of Punjab Kings (earlier Kings XI Punjab) was a decade back in 2014 when the team went into the finals and ended up as runner-ups. Following that, the performance of the team has been underwhelming. Even with many big names, the team has struggled to make it to playoffs. Only two times, Punjab was able to make it into the playoffs (2008 and 2014).
The management also has to take responsibility for their inconsistent performances, and talent management. The blunder in picking the players as per the job, and mismanagement at the auction costs them in the league. And even with a few big names in the last few seasons, the team has let down the fans.
But in this auction, the fans will be hoping for some good picks. Before that, the team will look to retain those players who could contribute to the success of the team in the coming seasons.
If Punjab Kings retains these four quality players they will go with a whopping amount of INR 80 Crore in the upcoming IPL 2025 Auction.
Let’s look at the possible IPL 2025 Punjab Kings Retained Players List:
Sam Curran
A genuine all-rounder and a versatile player from England who has done a great job for Punjab so the Punjab think tank will continue to have the service of Sam Curran and will retain him at INR 18 Crore. The retention and price tag may surprise a few but it is very rare to find a player such as Sam Curran. On the given day, Sam Curran can turn the match in PBKS’s favor with his batting or bowling. His ability to bowl at the death and score quick runs when needed is what the management of Punjab Kings would be looking at.
Further, Sam Curran has captained Punjab Kings for a while and has the experience of handling a big squad. His captaincy ability will be vital. He will also be looking forward to standing on the management’s belief in him and making the team champion in the coming seasons.
Arshdeep Singh
Probably one of the finest left-arm bowlers in the Indian circuit and one of the most dependable T20 bowlers after Jasprit Bumrah. Arshdeep Singh has been a vital part of the Punjab Kings and the Indian team. His ability to swing the ball and pick wickets in the initial overs gives him the edge over the rest of the bowlers. His ability to bowl in the death over makes him one of the exciting prospects for the team.
The management would look to secure the service of Arshdeep Singh for the coming years. With age and performance on Arshdeep’s side, PBKS will also be looking at him as an Indian bowler who has been consistent for quite some time. He will be a no-brainer retention.
And Punjab management won’t be risking losing a player with high potential having an extraordinary skillset and being one of the best indian T20 bowlers. There will be no surprise if Arshdeep gets the 1st retention of INR 18 Crore instead of the 2nd retention.
Shashank Singh
Bought out of confusion to become a permanent member of the lineup was the journey of this hidden gem. Shashank Singh was a vital player for Punjab Kings in IPL 2024. The duo of Ashutosh and Shashank created a massive impact in the last season. Shashank’s ability to hit long sixes and play as per the situation makes him one of the key players for PBKS.
Management will not think twice to get Shashank Singh’s services at INR 4 Crore. Under Ricky’s guidance, Shashank Singh will get a chance to upskill himself and get more responsibility on his shoulders in the upcoming season.
Shashank played 14 matches in IPL 2024 and scored 354 runs at a strike rate of 160+. Coming lower down the order, Shashank easily took bowlers to cleaners and remained not out 6 out of the 14 instances he batted. This shows how vital he was for PBKS.
Ashutosh Sharma
Ashutosh Sharma lit up the tournament last season with his extraordinary batting. His ability to finish the innings at the end and score quick runs helped Punjab to come out from difficult situations. The duo of Ashutosh and Shashank bailed the team out of trouble in many instances.
As an uncapped player, Ashutosh Sharma at INR 4 Crore will be a good steal for PBKS. Ashutosh, while batting at the lower order scored 189 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate over 160 speaks a lot about his caliber. He took down the bowlers with ease and played noteworthy cameos for the team. The Punjab Kings management will look to secure his service and allow him to play freely and contribute to the betterment of the team.
