Punjab Kings' Long-Awaited Playoff Return: Arshdeep Singh Shares His Thoughts
Punjab Kings' Playoff Journey After 11 Years
The Punjab Kings have finally made it to the IPL playoffs after a long wait of 11 years, marking their first entry since 2014. This season, they have a promising chance to clinch the trophy, especially since the first qualifier against Royal Challengers Bangalore will be held at their home ground in Mohali. The players are determined to leverage the home advantage to secure a victory. However, ahead of the match scheduled for May 29, fast bowler Arshdeep Singh took to social media to express his feelings.
Arshdeep Singh's Message to Fans
In a conversation on Snapchat, a female fan mentioned that she supports Punjab despite not being from the state. Arshdeep responded, thanking her for her support and encouraging others to rally behind their home team. He noted that while many have different favorite teams, it’s important for fans to support Punjab and come out in large numbers to witness their success.
Arshdeep's Active Engagement with Fans
Arshdeep Singh is quite active on social media, frequently interacting with fans and responding to their queries. Ahead of the crucial qualifier against RCB, he shared his disappointment regarding the lack of support from local fans. Historically, the Punjab team has struggled to attract a strong fan base, having not won a trophy and failing to maintain consistent performances or retain star players. However, under the captaincy of superstar Shreyas Iyer and with Arshdeep's impressive bowling, the team has shown a different side this season.
Arshdeep's Impressive Performance
Throughout the tournament, the Punjab Kings have demonstrated dominance, winning 9 out of 14 matches during the league stage and finishing at the top with 19 points. Arshdeep Singh has played a crucial role in this success, contributing significantly with his lethal bowling. He has taken 18 wickets in 14 matches, maintaining an economy rate of 8.56. Currently, he ranks as the fourth-highest wicket-taker in the league this season.