Punjab Kings' Afghan player arrives late for IPL 2025

Punjab Kings will start their IPL 2025 season on March 25 against Gujarat Titans. However, Afghanistan all-rounder Azamatullah Omarzai will join the team late, arriving on May 20 due to personal reasons. Omarzai's delayed arrival contrasts with other foreign players, who are arriving starting today. New recruit Yuzvendra Chahal and Indian players Arshdeep Singh and Shreyas Iyer have already joined the squad in Chandigarh. This season marks the beginning of Shreyas Iyer's leadership with Punjab Kings, aiming to improve the team's performance after years of underachievement. The squad includes several all-rounders, enhancing their competitive edge.