Ricky Ponting is currently available to join any Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, having parted ways with the Delhi Capitals (DC) in July this year. The Australian cricketing legend, a two-time World Cup-winning captain, initially joined DC in 2018. Although DC reached their first final in 2021 under his guidance, subsequent seasons did not meet those early expectations. Despite mixed results with DC, Ponting is still a sought-after figure among franchises.
As the IPL 2025 mega auction approaches, speculation is growing that Ponting might sign with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions. Ponting has expressed a desire to continue his IPL career with a new team. In a recent Sky Sports interview, he indicated that he is exploring potential opportunities in the IPL.
KKR is reportedly considering Ponting or Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara to replace Gautam Gambhir as their mentor. Gambhir stepped down from the mentor role to become the head coach of the Indian cricket team. Ponting, who ended his seven-year tenure with Delhi Capitals, reflected on his departure, acknowledging that the lack of trophies contributed to the decision. Despite this, he remains enthusiastic about returning to the IPL coaching scene.
Ricky Ponting expressed his eagerness to coach again in the IPL
“There might be a few opportunities coming up in IPL in the next few weeks, and we’ll see what happens,” Ponting told on Sky Sports.
On The ICC Review podcast, Ponting expressed his eagerness to coach again in the league. He reminisced about his positive experiences in the IPL, both as a player and during his time with the Mumbai Indians as head coach. Although his stint with Delhi Capitals did not yield the success he had hoped for, Ponting is determined to seek new coaching opportunities.
Ricky Ponting’s departure from Delhi Capitals marks the end of an era, but it also opens new doors for the former Australian captain. His desire to remain involved in the IPL, coupled with his rich experience as both a player and coach, makes him an attractive candidate for franchises looking to strengthen their leadership.
Whether he joins Kolkata Knight Riders or another team, Ponting’s presence is sure to add value. With the 2025 IPL season on the horizon, the prospect of Ponting returning to the dugout is an exciting one for fans and teams alike.
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