Indian Premier League team Punjab Kings has announced its list of retained players ahead of the IPL auction. Only two players, Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, have been retained by the franchise. With the biggest purse of Rs 110.50 crore, the team will have plenty of options to strengthen its squad in the upcoming auction.
Punjab Kings Retains Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, Frees up Rs 110.50 Crore for IPL 2023 Auction
Punjab Kings, one of the ten franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has announced its list of retained players ahead of the upcoming IPL auction. The franchise has retained only two players, Prabhsimran Singh and Shashank Singh, releasing the rest of its squad.
Background
Punjab Kings has been one of the most inconsistent teams in the IPL, failing to win a title in the tournament's 15 seasons. The team has undergone several management and player changes in recent years in an attempt to improve its performance.
In the 2022 IPL season, Punjab Kings finished eighth in the league standings, winning only seven out of 14 matches. The team struggled with a lack of consistency and balance, leading to its early exit from the tournament.
Player Retention
Ahead of the IPL 2023 auction, Punjab Kings had a purse of Rs 110.50 crore, the largest among all the teams. The franchise decided to retain only two players, batsman Prabhsimran Singh and all-rounder Shashank Singh.
Upcoming Auction
With the retention of only two players, Punjab Kings has a large purse and a wide range of options to strengthen its squad in the upcoming auction. The franchise is expected to target a mix of experienced and young players to build a more balanced and competitive team.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why did Punjab Kings retain only two players? A: The franchise likely wanted to free up its purse and have more flexibility in the auction. With a large purse, Punjab Kings can bid for a wider range of players.
2. Who were Punjab Kings' key players in the 2022 IPL season? A: Mayank Agarwal (captain), Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, Kagiso Rabada, and Arshdeep Singh.
3. Has Punjab Kings ever won the IPL title? A: No, Punjab Kings has not won the IPL title in any of the tournament's 15 seasons.
4. What is the prize money for the IPL 2023 winner? A: The winner of the IPL 2023 will receive a prize money of Rs 20 crore.
5. When is the IPL 2023 auction scheduled to take place? A: The IPL 2023 auction is scheduled to be held on December 16, 2022, in Kochi.
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