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Ponting Invites Preity Zinta Into Dugout to Showcase His On-Field Aggression

He said his aggressive nature during matches reflects a relentless drive for peak performance.

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Overview

  • The exchange, shared on PBKS’s official X handle, featured Ponting urging Zinta to sit in the dugout to witness his intensity during games.
  • Ponting described himself as “an aggressive-natured person” when it’s “cricket time,” challenging views of a consistently calm coach.
  • He emphasized that every training session and match moment is devoted to maximizing both his own coaching impact and his players’ growth.
  • Punjab Kings, led by Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer, reached their first final since 2014 before falling six runs short against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
  • Ponting assured that his young roster, which topped the group stage, will target a stronger campaign next season.