Punjab Kings appoint Shreyas Iyer as captain for 2025

Punjab Kings have appointed Shreyas Iyer as their new captain for the 2025 IPL season. The team is aiming to win its first-ever title after many years of ups and downs. Historically, Punjab Kings, formerly known as Kings XI Punjab, have struggled to achieve consistency in the league. They reached the final in 2014 but lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Since then, they have rarely progressed beyond the league stages. To improve their chances, the franchise made significant investments during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. They brought in star players like Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Glenn Maxwell, Lockie Ferguson, and Yuzvendra Chahal, alongside Iyer. Prabhsimran Singh, a young talent on the team, believes Iyer could be the "lucky charm" they need. He expressed confidence that Iyer's leadership will help the team secure their first IPL trophy this season. Prabhsimran praised Iyer's leadership qualities, stating, "Shreyas has been an amazing leader... I’m sure that wait will end with Shreyas in the team." The young batsman has played 34 matches in the IPL, scoring 756 runs. He acknowledged the support he received from former captain Shikhar Dhawan, who helped shape his game and approach on the field. As Punjab Kings gear up for the new season, excitement grows around their potential turnaround with a revamped team and a fresh captain.