Punjab Kings Set to Announced IPL 2025 Captain on Bigg Boss 18 Tonight

During a weekend episode of Bigg Boss 18, that happened on January 12, and was led by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, the team Punjab Kings (PBKS) released a very important announcement. They said Shreyas Iyer is going to be their leader for the Indian Premier League (IPL) season in 2025. This was a first  IPL team ever revealed on who's leading them by using a reality TV show. It's a new combination of playing cricket and watching TV.

The announcement, which took place around 9:30 PM IST, followed weeks of speculation. PBKS had broken the bank at the IPL 2025 auction, securing Iyer for a whopping INR 26.75 crore. With his proven leadership credentials, including guiding Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to an IPL title last season, Iyer was the clear frontrunner for the role. The promo featuring Iyer, along with Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh, had already heightened anticipation among fans. This announcement reflects PBKS's ambitions to end their playoff drought and aim for their first IPL title since their final appearance in 2014.

🚨 IPL CAPTAIN'S ANNOUCEMENT IN BIG BOSS SHOW...!!! 🚨

- Salman Khan will announce Shreyas Iyer as Punjab Kings' captain for IPL 2025 tonight on Big Boss. pic.twitter.com/cusn9NZfRp

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 12, 2025

Shreyas Iyer: The Leading Contender

Shreyas Iyer is going to be the captain for Punjab Kings in the 2025 IPL season. They announced it on January 12 when Salman Khan was hosting Bigg Boss 18. It's not surprising they picked Iyer the individual's really proficient at leading.

Last season, Iyer captained Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third IPL title, ending a decade long title drought. Despite his success, KKR chose not to retain him or use their Right to Match (RTM) card during the IPL 2025 auction, allowing PBKS to swoop in and secure him for a massive INR 26.75 crore.

With Iyer’s leadership and PBKS's strategic acquisitions, including star leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, the franchise aims to break their playoff drought. PBKS last qualified for the playoffs in 2014, where they reached the final but fell short of the trophy. By bringing in proven match winners like Iyer, PBKS hopes to change their fortunes and contend for their maiden IPL title. Shreyas Iyer’s appointment signals a new era for Punjab Kings, with renewed determination and ambition for IPL 2025.

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All Eyes on Bigg Boss 18 Tonight

The Punjab Kings, also known as PBKS, pulled off a surprise by picking Shreyas Iyer to be their captain for the 2025 IPL season. They shared this news on the show Bigg Boss 18, which Salman Khan hosts. This happened on the January 12 weekend episode. It's very amazing how it shows sports and entertainment coming together in India.

This groundbreaking move reflects a sharp and informed marketing strategy, leveraging the popularity of reality TV to connect with a broader audience. It’s a first for Indian cricket, blending the excitement of the IPL with the glamour of Bigg Boss.

Shreyas Iyer, secured by PBKS for a massive INR 26.75 crore at the auction, stood out as the obvious choice for captaincy. His leadership credentials were cemented last season when he guided Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third IPL title, breaking a 10-year drought. With his appointment, PBKS hopes to end their own playoff drought and aim for their maiden IPL trophy, having last reached the final in 2014.

By mixing cricket with entertainment, PBKS has not only raised anticipation for the IPL 2025 season but also set a precedent for how sports teams can engage with fans in new and creative ways.

PBKS full squad for IPL 2025

Shashank Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Arshdeep Singh (Rs. 18 crore), Shreyas Iyer (Rs. 26.75 crore), Yuzvendra Chahal (Rs. 18 crore), Marcus Stoinis (Rs. 11 crore), Glenn Maxwell (Rs. 4.20 crore), Nehal Wadhera (Rs. 4.20 crore), Harpreet Brar (Rs. 1.50 crore), Vishnu Vinod (Rs. 95 lakh), Vijaykumar Vyshak (Rs. 1.80 crore), Yash Thakur (Rs. 1.60 crore), Marco Jansen (Rs. 7 crore), Josh Inglis (Rs. 2.60 crore), Lockie Ferguson (Rs. 2 crore), Azmatullah Omarzai (Rs. 2.40 crore), Harnoor Pannu (Rs. 30 lakh), Kuldeep Sen (Rs. 80 lakh), Priyansh Arya (Rs. 3.80 crore), Aaron Hardie (Rs. 1.25 crore), Musheer Khan (Rs. 30 lakh), Suryansh Shedge (Rs. 30 lakh), Xavier Bartlett (Rs. 80 lakh), Pyla Avinash (Rs. 30 lakh), Pravin Dubey (Rs. 30 lakh).