IPL 2025: Marcus Stoinis Rumors and Team Changes for Punjab Kings

As IPL 2025 prepares to resume, discussions around player availability are heating up, particularly concerning Marcus Stoinis of Punjab Kings. Recent rumors suggest he may not participate in the remaining matches, with speculation about Ben Cutting as a potential replacement. However, these claims have been debunked, confirming Stoinis's continued presence in the league. This season has been challenging for him, but he is expected to play in the final matches. Explore the full story to learn more about the latest developments in IPL 2025.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 17, 2025, 11:32 IST

IPL 2025 Set to Resume with Player Availability Discussions

The IPL 2025 is gearing up for its return, sparking intense discussions regarding player availability and potential replacements. Recently, several teams have made adjustments to their rosters, primarily due to scheduling changes that have led some international players to opt out of returning to India. Amidst this backdrop, a rumor has gained traction on social media regarding Marcus Stoinis, the Australian all-rounder for Preity Zinta's Punjab Kings, suggesting he may not be available for the remainder of the season. Let's delve into the truth behind this claim.

Is There a Change in Preity Zinta's Team?

On May 15, 2025, various users on social media claimed that Marcus Stoinis would miss the remaining matches of IPL 2025. These posts speculated that Punjab Kings might sign his compatriot Ben Cutting as a replacement. Stoinis, a key player for Punjab Kings, was acquired for a hefty sum of 11 crores. However, these rumors are unfounded. Punjab Kings has not signed Ben Cutting, nor has Stoinis been ruled out for the season.

Marcus Stoinis' Current Status

Although Marcus Stoinis will not participate in the upcoming match against Rajasthan, he is expected to be available for Punjab's final two league matches. This season has not been particularly fruitful for him, as he has only managed to score 82 runs in 9 matches, with his highest score being an unbeaten 34 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Additionally, he has yet to take any wickets this season.

Who is Ben Cutting?

Ben Cutting is a name that RCB fans will never forget. In the 2016 IPL final, he played a pivotal role in denying RCB victory, helping Sunrisers Hyderabad clinch their first title by just eight runs against Virat Kohli's team. Cutting scored 39 runs off 15 balls in that match and also took 2 wickets for 35 runs in 4 overs, earning him the Player of the Match award.