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.


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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
31 TBA TBA
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33 TBA TBA
34 TBA TBA
35 TBA TBA
36 TBA TBA
37 TBA TBA
38 TBA TBA
39 TBA TBA
40 TBA TBA

The list will be updated as soon as the auction starts...