Highlights | Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2024 Auction: Retained, Released and New Players List: Rilee Rossouw To Play For PBKS At 8 Cr
Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2024 Auction: Check Retained, Released and New Players Names List: PBKS, armed with a budget of Rs 29.1 crore, aims to compensate for the released players.
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL 2024 Auction: Punjab Kings (PBKS), formerly known as Kings XI Punjab, have long carried the burden of being labeled 'perennial underachievers.' Despite a promising start in the inaugural IPL season, where they reached the semi-finals under Yuvraj Singh's leadership, PBKS has struggled to replicate success, with their lone final appearance in 2014 ending in defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders. The 2023 season saw PBKS finishing at the eighth spot, leaving fans disheartened. Now, with the IPL 2024 auction on the horizon, the franchise is determined to turn the tide and shed the 'underachievers' tag that has haunted them for years.
PBKS is keenly aware of their squad's dynamics, heavily weighted toward seamers. The spin department, led by Rahul Chahar and Harpreet Brar, lacks an overseas spinner, making it a top priority in the upcoming auction. Retaining 17 players from the previous season, PBKS released only five, creating slots to fill. The departure of Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Shahrukh Khan has left gaps in the batting department, prompting the franchise to strategize on bolstering its lineup.
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PBKS Retained Players: Shikhar Dhawan, Jitesh Sharma, Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Liam Livingstone, Matthew Short, Harpreet Bhatia, Atharva Taide, Rishi Dhawan, Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza, Shivam Singh, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Nathan Ellis, Rahul Chahar, Gurnoor Brar, Vidwath Kaverappa
PBKS Released Players: Shahrukh Khan, Raj Bawa, Baltej Dhanda, Mohit Rathee, Bhanuka Rajapaksa
PBKS Purse
INR 29.1 Crore
PBKS Slots Left
Total – 8
Overseas – 2
PBKS' IPL 2024 Auction Strategy
PBKS, armed with a budget of Rs 29.1 crore, aims to compensate for the released players and address critical areas in their lineup. With a glaring need for an overseas spinner and a gap in the Indian middle order, PBKS is set to target players who can fill these roles seamlessly. Australian captain Pat Cummins emerges as a high-priority target, providing both batting prowess and leadership skills. Indian pacers Shivam Mavi and Chetan Sakariya could strengthen the team's bench, while the experienced Shardul Thakur is a top target. All-rounders Chris Woakes and David Willey are also on PBKS's radar to complement their existing options. Among spinners, Adil Rashid, Rachin Ravindra, and Wanidu Hasaranga are potential targets, although PBKS will be cautious about cost considerations.
Think-tank has met and discussed plans
Punjab Kings think tank including Sanjay Bangar and Trevor Bayliss met and finalised their potential picks. It will be interesting to see whether they are able to buy as per the plan.
It will be interesting to see whether co-owner Preity Zinta makes it to auction or not. She is quite sharp with her picks and likes to be involved in the auction process.
Full List Of Players Bought By PBKS In IPL 2024 Auction
NO. | PLAYER NAME | Auction Price |
1 | Matthew Short | 6.75 crore |
2 | Shahrukh Khan | 9 crore |
3 | Liam Livingstone | 11.5 crore |
4 | Rishi Dhawan | 55 lakh |
5 | Baltej Dhanda | 20 lakh |
6 | Atharva Taide | 20 lakh |
7 | Sam Curran | 18.5 crore |
8 | Sikandar Raza | 50 lakh |
9 | Mohit Rathe | 20 lakh |
10 | Shivam Singh | 20 lakh |
11 | Shikhar Dhawan | 8.25 crore |
12 | Harpreet Brar | 3.8 crore |
13 | Raj Bawa | 2 crore |
14 | Bhanuka Rajapaksa | 50 lakh |
15 | Harpreet Bhatia | 40 lakh |
16 | Prabhsimran Singh | 60 lakh |
17 | Jitesh Sharma | 20 lakh |
18 | Arshdeep Singh | 4 Crore |
19 | Kagiso Rabada | 9.25 crore |
20 | Rahul Chahar | 5.25 crore |
21 | Nathan Ellis | 75 lakh |
22 | Vidwath Kaverappa | 20 lakh |
23 | Harshal Patel | 11.75 Cr |
24 | Chris Woakes | 4.20 Cr |
25 | Ashutosh Sharma | 20 Lakhs |
26 | Shashank Singh | 20 Lakhs |
27 | Tanay Thyagarajann | 20 Lakhs |
28 | Vishwanath Pratap Singh | 20 Lakhs |
29 | PRINCE CHOUDHARY | 20 Lakhs |
30 | Rilee Rossouw | 8 Cr |
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The list will be updated as soon as the auction starts...
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