Rishabh Pant is set to be one of the biggest names that is set to feature in the upcoming IPL 2025 auctions. The two-day event is set to be held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah with the Indian wicketkeeper one of the many big names set to go under the hammer. Pant, parted ways with Delhi Capitals after he was formally released on 31st October.
One of the teams with the biggest purse ahead of the Auction is none other than Punjab Kings with over 100 Crores. The Punjab side has retained just two players and has a lot of finances to play with and can choose to go for their favourite players. Preity Zinta and her team will head to the auction keen to get Rishabh Pant on board.
Punjab Kings are yet to win the IPL title and they would be looking to go all out to land the 27-year-old. Having Rishabh Pant on their side will also give the side much-needed star power to go lay a bid to the title
Here are the three reasons why Rishabh Pant can be bought by Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 auctions
3. Genuine game changer with the bat
Rishabh Pant is a naturally attacking batter who can play all the shots in the book. Punjab Kings would love to have a player like Rishabh Pant on their side who can not only score runs consistently but also score runs at a quick pace. The grounds in Punjab will favor Pant who fancies the ball coming onto the bat with ease.
2. favourite for captaincy
If Rishabh Pant is purchased by Punjab Kings, the 27-year-old will become an automatic candidate for captaincy. Punjab Kings will open the chance with both hands to welcome a player into the mix who is being considered as a future Indian captain. Pant has done well for Delhi Capitals and will want to prove critics wrong if he gets a chance to lead Punjab in the coming season.
1. Build team for the future
With the IPL 2025 auctions set to be a huge one for the next few years, Punjab Kings will want to buy Rishabh Pant and build a team around him. Punjab will want to invest in young players who can do well for the team in the next few seasons and hopefully help them land their first title.
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