Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to face Gujarat Titans (GT) in their opening match of the IPL 2025 season on March 25 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Under the new leadership of head coach Ricky Ponting, PBKS aims to adopt a bold and aggressive approach this season. Ponting, who succeeded Trevor Bayliss in September 2024, has emphasized the importance of playing fearless cricket to change the team’s fortunes. Reuters
PBKS has bolstered its squad with strategic acquisitions, including Shreyas Iyer as captain, and key players like Yuzvendra Chahal, Marcus Stoinis, and Glenn Maxwell. These additions are expected to strengthen both the batting and bowling departments, providing the team with the depth needed to compete against formidable opponents like the Gujarat Titans. Sky247 English
The upcoming match against GT will be a significant test for PBKS’s new strategy and lineup. Fans are eager to see how the team’s commitment to brave cricket translates on the field as they embark on their IPL 2025 campaign.
