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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
PBKS assistant coach urges India to consider Shreyas Iyer as captain, reveals inside story of IPL 2025 classic vs MI
The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) may have ended in heartbreak for Shreyas Iyer and Punjab Kings as they lost the final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six runs. However, the season has turned out to be a bit of a shot in the arm for Iyer as he was hailed for his captaincy and had his best IPL season with the bat by some distance. Arguably Iyer's most famous innings of the season came in Qualifier 2 against Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin has revealed that the 30-year-old went against the tide of the coaching staff's opinion when he chose to bowl first. 'You do all your planning for the game and at the stadium in Ahmedabad, everything says bat first. The analytics and the match-ups, go through your team stuff, everything says bat first. And this is where our captain hasn't got enough credit and I hope, when they come down to pick an Indian captain, they really start to consider Iyer. He was outstanding throughout the whole tournament,' said Haddin on The Grade Cricketer. 'We say to him, 'Yep, we are batting first.' But he goes, 'No, we're bowling.'' Haddin then said that head coach Ricky Ponting then agreed to stick to the decision made by the captain. 'Punter goes, 'okay let the captain make the choice.' [Iyer] then said, 'No, I'll win the game and I'm going to bat second. Everything leads to batting first, but we bowl. Then the captain comes out in the second innings and plays one of the best knocks in IPL I have ever seen and got us into the final,' said Haddin. It had looked like Iyer's decision may have backfired when MI set up a target of 203/6. PBKS then lost both of their big-hitting openers inside the powerplay. However, Iyer anchored the chase with a monumental knock that has since been described by many as the greatest of all time in an IPL playoff. He smashed an unbeaten 87 in 41 balls blasting eight sixes and five fours. As many as four of those sixes came in the 19th over of the chase, which also turned out to be the last of the match. Iyer's knock and his performance as captain and as batter throughout the season, has now led to him suddenly being in the conversation for taking over as India captain in any of the three formats. On the eve of the final, an influential decision maker in Indian cricket said: 'Right now he just plays ODIs but after this IPL we can't keep him out of T20 internationals and even Tests. Plus he also has now officially joined the white-ball captaincy race.'
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
"Happy With All Our Batters": PBKS Coach Ahead Of IPL 2025 Playoffs
Punjab Kings' assistant coach Brad Haddin expressed strong confidence in his team's batting unit and outlined the team's strategic goals for the remainder of the tournament ahead of the Punjab Kings next Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 encounter against Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday. Haddin was effusive in his praise for the team's batting performance throughout the tournament and also denied any change in skipper Shreyas Iyer's batting order, who played down the order in the previous game against Rajasthan Royals. "Our top order has been outstanding. Our captain has been great at number 3. We have seen Shashank and Omar (Omarzai) on a number of occasions. When they have been needed, they have come on and played really well. Shashank has got a couple of 50s, and Omar has done the same. At this stage of the tournament, we are happy with where all our batters are at,' Haddin affirmed. Addressing the captain's recent absence from his usual batting position in the previous match, Haddin clarified, "It was due to the circumstances the other day. It was a brave effort to actually take the field with how his finger was. So he still played a role, actually running around the boundary in the back half of the game. But yeah, he will go back to his normal position at No.3. He has been outstanding, not only as a batter but as a leader throughout the whole tournament." Mitchell Owen, who joined the Kings as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson, made his debut for the team in the last game. Though he could not do well with the bat in the match, the assistant coach showed immense faith in him and is positive about his comeback in the coming matches. Assuring that Marsh is now well-prepared for the conditions, Haddin said, "I think the one thing Mitch brings is just sheer brute power. He has had over a week now to acclimatise to what he is going to get. He understands the conditions now. He is talking a lot to our Indian batsmen, he is talking a lot to the coaching staff. So expect Mitch with his next opportunity to play the way we want him to play." Despite having qualified, Haddin stressed that the team is committed to continuous improvement, staying consistent in their performances, and achieving clear objectives. "It is good from the outside that we have qualified, but we spoke to the group some time ago about playing the game and the style of game that we want to play, and we have some clear goals where we want to finish at the end. And I think you are going to see that up over the next couple of games,' he stated. Haddin concluded by expressing satisfaction with the team's current squad depth, which allows the coaching and selection staff to try out different combinations as per the situation. Lauding the team, he said, 'I think at the moment we have got the luxury, we can go with a couple of different combinations. And what I like at the moment, all the players are hungry to play. They are hungry to get out on the field. Training is ultra-competitive, and that is where you want your group to be at this stage.' Punjab Kings will be facing Delhi Capitals at 7:30 pm at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, on Saturday.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
PBKS vs DC, IPL 2025: Brad Haddin believes long stint in Jaipur will help Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin said the opportunity to spend close to 15 days in Jaipur has helped the team get accustomed to the conditions heading into the final two games of the league stage. The side confirmed its place in the Playoffs with a win against Rajasthan Royals (RR) here, and the Sawai Mansingh stadium will be its designated home ground for its games against Delhi Capitals on Saturday and Mumbai Indians thereafter. 'I think we've been lucky since we've arrived, it's felt like home. Fifteen days at a certain place, you get familiar with the surroundings. We're familiar now with what the surface is going to bring,' the coach said. 'This venue has been high scoring. The other night [versus the Royals], we got 200 despite losing early wickets. The bounce was consistent right the way through. Scores of 180 to 200 have been the norm this IPL, and I don't see here being any different,' he added. ALSO READ | 'No need to disrespect anyone' - Digvesh Rathi's coach on ward's skirmishes in IPL 2025 The Kings are two wins away from securing a spot in the top two, which will give them two shots at making the IPL 2025 final, but Haddin suggested that the focus was more on improving with each game. 'It's good that we've qualified, but we spoke to the group some time ago about the style of game that we want to play, and we've got some clear goals where we want to finish at the end,' the former Australian wicketkeeper said. 'Tournament play is about getting better as the tournament goes on, and what we've done well is that our players are starting to get better, the deeper the tournament goes,' he added. Skipper Shreyas Iyer batted at number five and was subbed out ahead of the second innings against the Royals after sustaining an injury to his finger, but Haddin confirmed that the Mumbai batter will be fit to play the whole game against the Capitals. 'He's recovered well. He had a good hit yesterday. He's a pretty tough character, and it'll be hard not to get him out there,' Haddin said. 'He'll go back to his normal position at number three. He's been outstanding, not only as a batter but as a leader throughout the whole tournament, ' he added. Glenn Maxwell's injury replacement, Mitch Owen, was dismissed for a duck in his first taste of the IPL against RR, but the Aussie coach said the Hobart Hurricanes star's 'sheer brute power' will help the team. 'He's [Owen] not going to change his game. He's one of those players who can turn a game in ten balls, and that's the mindset we want,' the coach said. 'He's had over a week now to understand the conditions. Things were a bit rushed to start with, but he's in a good spot,' he added.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TOI Exclusive: 'Virat Kohli will be sorely missed on Test stage'
Virat Kohli (AP Photo) Brad Haddin says retired stalwart left his biggest imprint on the five-day game JAIPUR: Virat Kohli made the biggest impact on the Test stage and the format will sorely miss him, feels former Australia cricketer Brad Haddin, now assistant coach of Punjab Kings. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Former wicketkeeper-batter Haddin, who had some heated exchanges with Kohli in the past, says Kohli's passion for the high-stakes moments made him stand out. Who's that IPL player? "It was just his willingness to compete," Haddin told TOI in an exclusive interaction. "Kohli was a once-in-a-generation player and he changed the way the game was played with how he presented himself physically. The thing that drew Australians to Kohli was his sheer passion for the big moments. "He enjoyed coming up against teams like Australia, South Africa and England when they were at their peak and it brought the best out of him," Haddin said. Kohli's captaincy debut in the 2014 Adelaide Test was marked by confrontations with both Mitchell Johnson and Haddin. The batter responded with twin centuries to showcase his resilience and dogged ability to chase victory, though India eventually faltered. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thị trường có dấu hiệu suy thoái không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "He's going to be sorely missed in Test cricket. I think that was his greatest format, where he had the biggest impact," Haddin said. Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket after 14 years 'Iyer a caring captain' Haddin, who has been with the Punjab Kings franchise since 2022, also praised captain Shreyas Iyer for his leadership role. "One thing that impressed me is his care for his playing group. He's got a really clear message in what he delivers to the players and he lives those habits all the time. The players got an enormous amount of respect for him," Haddin said. Haddin also highlighted the strong partnership between head coach Ricky Ponting and Iyer, saying, "They've had a great relationship since their time in Delhi. They work well together." Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
‘I am impressed with Iyer's care for his playing group'
Jaipur: Shreyas Iyer led Kolkata Knight Riders to a triumphant Indian Premier League title victory last year, yet his captaincy often flew under the radar. Now, with a move to Punjab Kings, Iyer has earned widespread praise for his leadership, including from his new team's assistant coach , who has been with the franchise since 2022. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Former Australia wicketkeeper-batter lauded Iyer's genuine care for his teammates and his ability to lead under pressure. "One thing that impressed me most is his care for his playing group. He's got a really clear message in what he delivers to the players and he lives those habits all the time. The players got an enormous amount of respect for him," Haddin told TOI in an exclusive interaction. Haddin also highlighted the strong partnership between Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting, noting their effective collaboration, built on their prior association at Delhi Capitals. "They've had a great relationship since their time in Delhi. They work well together and that's shown this season. A lot of work goes behind the scenes in the analytics and the way you want to play the game. But on the field, it's up to the captain to drive the standards and make decisions under pressure," Haddin praised 'outstanding' Iyer. Mega auction helped rebuild the squad: Reflecting on the team's strategy, Haddin explained that Punjab Kings approached the recent auction with a clear and strategic vision for building a competitive squad."The one thing that has changed this season is we had the opportunity for a new auction. We had Ricky come in and we had a really clear mindset on the players we wanted in the style of game that we're going to play. So we're lucky enough there to be real aggressive in the auction," the former wicketkeeper stated. PBKS wanted to be 'different' this season: Having qualified for the playoffs for the first time in 11 years, Punjab remain focused on their remaining league matches, with Haddin underscoring the team's ambition to secure a top-two finish. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "The mood of the camp is great. It's a reward to qualify, but we've still got two games left. Our consistent message from the start was that we wanted to be different from any other Punjab team that had been involved in this tournament. With two games left, our goal is still to finish in one or two, and that hasn't changed from the start. There has been great buy-in from all the players regarding the style of game and their training habits. "So to qualify for the final is a good reward not just for the players but everyone outside of the playing group that's put so much work in over the years," the 47-year-old mentioned. 'Kohli will be sorely missed': Virat Kohli made the biggest impact on the Test stage and the format will sorely miss him, feels Haddin. The former Australia wicketkeeper, who had some heated exchanges with Kohli in the past, says Kohli's passion for the high-stakes moments made him stand out. "It was just his willingness to compete," Haddin said. "Kohli was a once-in-a-generation player and he changed the way the game was played with how he presented himself physically. The thing that drew Australians to Kohli was his sheer passion for the big moments. "He enjoyed coming up against teams like Australia, South Africa and England when they were at their peak and it that brought the best out of him," Haddin said. Kohli's captaincy debut in the 2014 Adelaide Test was marked by confrontations with both Mitchell Johnson and Haddin, and the batter responded with twin centuries to showcase his resilience and skill under pressure. "He's going to be sorely missed in Test cricket. I think that was his greatest format, where he had the biggest impact," the Punjab Kings' assistant coach added.
