As Punjab Kings gear up for their IPL 2025 opener against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, head coach Ricky Ponting has made headlines with his high praise for opener Prabhsimran Singh, whom he has tipped as one of the tournament’s potential breakout stars.
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“Really High Expectations” from Prabhsimran Singh
The 24-year-old Prabhsimran Singh, who was retained by Punjab Kings alongside Shashank Singh ahead of the mega auction, has been a part of the franchise since 2019. Though he has shown glimpses of brilliance, the big-impact season is still missing from his resume.
At a pre-season press interaction, Ponting shared his bold expectations:
“Prabhsimran Singh is someone I’ve got really high expectations for this year,” Ponting said.
“Talent-wise, I think he’s as good as anybody in the tournament.”
Such high praise from one of the game’s greatest tacticians has put a strong spotlight on prabhsimran singh ipl 2025 journey.
Marco Jansen: The Most Underrated Pick in PBKS?
Ponting also highlighted South African all-rounder Marco Jansen, calling him a potential surprise package for IPL 2025.
“I think Marco Jansen is going to be a real surprise,” Ponting noted.
“He’s an international player that’s done well in the last couple of years. I think his career is going to get better and better.”
PBKS secured Jansen for ₹7 crore at the mega auction, showing confidence in the tall left-arm pacer’s value in both pace and bounce-friendly conditions.
Punjab Kings’ Road Ahead in IPL 2025
Punjab Kings will begin their IPL 2025 campaign on March 25 (Tuesday) against Gujarat Titans (GT) in Ahmedabad. With Ponting now at the helm as head coach, PBKS fans are hoping for a turnaround after years of inconsistency.
The retention of young Indian talent like Prabhsimran and Shashank Singh, coupled with smart auction picks like Marco Jansen, suggests a more balanced, strategic squad this season.
High Stakes for Prabhsimran Singh in IPL 2025
With Ricky Ponting publicly backing him and a consistent spot likely in the top order, prabhsimran singh ipl 2025 could finally be the season where the youngster delivers on his immense promise.
All eyes will be on PBKS as they aim for a playoff spot, and Prabhsimran’s form may well be the X-factor in their journey.
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