Arshdeep Singh Urges Punjab Fans to Back PBKS Against RCB in IPL Qualifier 1
Arshdeep Singh Appeals to Punjab Fans for Support
Punjab Kings are gearing up to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, in the IPL 2025 playoffs. The team, led by Arshdeep Singh, is seeking to capitalize on their home advantage and upset RCB, who have had a perfect record in away games.
Home Advantage Key for PBKS
Punjab Kings have not been in the IPL playoffs since 2014, and the team is eager to make the most of their home match. Arshdeep Singh, who has led the bowling effort with 18 wickets in 14 games, took to social media to urge fans to come out in support. He responded to a fan on Snapchat, saying, “Thank you for supporting us. You’re not Punjabi but you’re still supporting Punjab, whereas there are a lot of people who don’t support Punjab and have different favourite teams. I would like to urge them to support Punjab, their state, their team, and come in big numbers to see us win.”
RCB’s Massive Fanbase a Challenge for PBKS
RCB, led by Virat Kohli, has a massive fanbase across the country, and there is a possibility that there might be more RCB fans than PBKS supporters at the Mullanpur stadium. However, Arshdeep’s request is part of the Punjab management’s efforts to turn the momentum in their favor.
Implications of the Match
Both teams are vying for their first-ever IPL trophy, and the stakes are high in this qualifier one contest. A win would take the winner to the final, with RCB seeking their first title since 2016 and PBKS since 2014.
Key Statistics:
- PBKS have not been in the IPL playoffs since 2014.
- Arshdeep Singh has taken 18 wickets in 14 games in the league stage.
- RCB have 7 out of 7 away wins so far in the tournament.
The match is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams gunning for a spot in the final. Will Arshdeep’s appeal to Punjab fans make a difference?
