IPL 2025: Punjab Kings Welcome Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis
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Synopsis
On March 17, Punjab Kings welcomed captain Shreyas Iyer and batter Marcus Stoinis to the squad ahead of IPL 2025, starting March 22. Iyer, purchased for Rs 26.75 crore, leads a mix of experienced and young talents as they prepare for the tournament.
Key Takeaways
- Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis join Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025.
- The season kicks off on March 22, with Punjab's first match on March 25.
- Iyer praises team camaraderie and talent.
- Punjab Kings aims to improve from last season's performance.
- Franchise welcomes players through engaging social media posts.
New Delhi, March 17 (NationPress) The captain of Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer, along with batter Marcus Stoinis, has officially joined the squad on Monday in preparation for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, which is set to kick off on March 22.
The Punjab Kings franchise shared this exciting news on their social media platforms, giving a warm welcome to the duo. In a video showcasing Iyer's arrival, the team humorously captioned it, "F-IYER checked in!" Additionally, they featured a photo of Stoinis with the caption, "He's arrived to make his Marc #SherSquad, ready for Hulk smash in #IPL2025?"
Back in January, Iyer was appointed as the captain of Punjab after being acquired for a staggering Rs 26.75 crore during last year's mega auction held in Jeddah. He previously led the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to victory in the last edition of this lucrative tournament.
On the other hand, Australian all-rounder Stoinis was signed by the Punjab Kings for Rs 11 crore, joining his compatriots: Glenn Maxwell (Rs 4.20 crore), Josh Inglis (Rs 2.60 crore), Aaron Hardie (Rs 1.25 crore), and Xavier Bartlett (Rs 80 lakh).
As the prestigious league approaches, Iyer praised the strength of his team, highlighting the mix of experience and young talent.
"We've got a variety of players in our team, all of whom are match winners and experienced. There are many youngsters who have excelled in the domestic circuit. It’s an excellent blend of seniors and juniors, and the talent is immense. However, I believe that the most crucial aspect will be the camaraderie within the team. If we can achieve that, we will leave no stone unturned," Iyer remarked in a video shared by Star Sports on social media.
Punjab Kings squad includes: Shreyas Iyer (c), Shashank Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Nehal Wadhera, Harpreet Brar, Vishnu Vinod, 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.
Punjab Kings, who finished second-last in the previous season, will face off against the Gujarat Titans in their opening match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 25.
