Punjab Kings who are known to change their team every year has surprised everyone and did not make too many changes ahead of IPL 2024 auction.Despite Sam Curran’s underwhelming performance being the most expensive player in the tournament’s history, the management has opted to retain him for another season.
Punjab has not made it into the playoffs for many seasons and in IPL 2023 as well they finished in eighth position.Last year, Shikhar Dhawan was the captain of the side and after performing solidly in initial matches the team lost momentum.
Punjab has some big names and they need to utilize them in the best way.The management will definitely keep their eye on Sam Curran and will expect some phenomenal performance from the English all-rounder.
Players Retained: 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
Players Released: Shahrukh Khan, Raj Bawa, Baltej Dhanda, Mohit Rathee, Bhanuka Rajapaksa