Indian batsman Mayank Agarwal has been appointed as the new skipper of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings for the upcoming edition of the IPL 2022. The announcement was made by Punjab Kings, on February 28 (Monday). Agarwal who has been a part of the Punjab Kings team since 2018, was one of the two players retained by Punjab Kings franchise. Agarwal was retained by the Punjab-based franchise for Rs 14 crore.
Agarwal speaks
“I have been at Punjab Kings since 2018 and I take a lot of pride in representing this fantastic unit. I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead the team. I take over this responsibility with utmost sincerity, but at the same time, I believe my job would be made easier with the talent we have at the Punjab Kings squad this season. We have some vastly experienced players in our ranks, along with many talented youngsters who are keen to grab the opportunity and run with it,” newly appointed Punjab Kings skipper Mayank Agarwal said.
“We have always taken to the field hoping to win the title and as a team we will once again work towards this goal of lifting our maiden IPL trophy. I thank the team management for entrusting me with this new role of leading the side. I look forward to the new season and the new challenges it brings with it,” he further added.
Head coach's stand
On the other hand, Punjab Kings head coach Anil Kumble spoke on this development. And according to him the new Punjab Kings skipper “will lead this team to a successful campaign.”
“Mayank has been an integral part of the side since 2018 and of the leadership group for the last two years. The new squad we selected at the recently concluded auction has exciting young talent and outstanding experienced players. We want to create a strong foundation for the future with Mayank at the helm,” Kumble said.
“He is hardworking, enthusiastic, a team player with all the attributes required of a leader. I look forward to working with him as captain and believe that he will lead this team to a successful campaign,” he further added.
Apart from Mayank Agarwal, Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh was also retained by the Punjab Kings franchise for Rs 4 crore, ahead of the mega auction 2022.
