Overview
- Ricky Ponting made a last-minute decision to leave a flight bound for Australia to convince Punjab Kings' foreign players to remain in India after the ceasefire announcement.
- The players, including Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, and Xavier Bartlett, were anxious after the IPL suspension due to India-Pakistan border tensions.
- South African all-rounder Marco Jansen was the only foreign player to leave India, currently transiting through Dubai.
- The IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, abandoned at 122 for 1 in 10.1 overs, is set to resume at a yet-to-be-decided venue and date.
- Punjab Kings CEO Satish Menon praised Ponting’s leadership, calling his actions a testament to his character and ability to galvanize the team during a crisis.