Punjab Kings will need to put in considerable effort to build a squad capable of transforming the fortunes of the franchise, as they continue their long wait for an elusive IPL title. The upcoming mega auction presents a significant opportunity for PBKS, as they are expected to benefit the most by releasing the majority of their current squad, including their captain. Shikhar Dhawan, a prominent figure, is likely to be one of the big names released ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.
3 players PBKS might release in IPL 2025
Shikhar Dhawan
PBKS is unlikely to retain Shikhar Dhawan for IPL 2025. Having announced his retirement from international cricket, this could potentially be Dhawan’s final IPL season. His performance in IPL 2024 was far from ideal, struggling both as a batter and captain. Whether he goes unsold or finds a new team in the auction will be interesting to watch, as his future in the league remains uncertain.
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Jonny Bairstow
Punjab Kings signed Jonny Bairstow in the 2022 IPL mega-auction, but he underperformed, scoring just 253 runs that season. After missing 2023 due to injury, he returned in 2024, scoring 298 runs in 11 matches, but it wasn’t enough to help PBKS reach the playoffs. Currently out of England’s squads, Bairstow may struggle to find an IPL team next season.
Harshal Patel
Harshal Patel finished as IPL 2024’s leading wicket-taker, but Punjab may still release him ahead of the mega-auction despite his INR 11.75 crore signing. Known for inconsistency, he was let go by RCB after 2023. Punjab is likely to retain Arshdeep Singh, who played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup win. At 33, Harshal’s age could prompt PBKS to pursue younger options for the future.
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