Explosive batter Shashank Singh is eager to repay the faith Punjab Kings have shown in him by retaining him for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL). Following a standout performance in IPL 2024, Punjab Kings chose to retain Shashank ahead of the upcoming mega auction.
He is one of only two players staying with the franchise, alongside wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh. Shashank’s retention is a nod to his impressive season, where he amassed 354 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 164.65 and an average of 44.25, solidifying his status as one of IPL’s most reliable finishers in 2024.
“I am extremely grateful to the franchise for this opportunity and the trust they’ve placed in me. Having been part of the circuit for the last five years, this chance means a lot, and I’ll be forever thankful. Now, it’s my turn to prove them right,” Shashank stated in a press release by PBKS. Looking ahead to IPL 2025, Shashank is particularly excited to work with the team’s new head coach, Ricky Ponting.
“Working with Ricky Ponting sir will be incredible. He’s a legend, and I’m keen to learn under his guidance,” said Shashank, who grew up admiring Ponting’s iconic pull shots. The former Australian captain will assume his role from the 2025 IPL season. Ponting revealed that he was approached by several teams but saw the coaching instability as a challenge worth taking on.