In the IPL 2024 auction held in December 2023, Punjab Kings found themselves in an embarrassing situation when they mistakenly picked the wrong player named Shashank Singh. They intended to sign a 19-year-old batter but ended up with a 32-year-old player from Chhattisgarh. Despite efforts to rectify the error, the auctioneer didn’t allow any changes.
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During a recent match against Royal Challengers Bangalore, the unintended Shashank Singh proved his worth by delivering a quickfire 21 runs off just 8 balls for Punjab Kings. He smacked two sixes and a four in the final over, showcasing his batting prowess and helping his team post a competitive total of 176/6.
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The confusion arose during the auction when the name of the 32-year-old Shashank Singh, who has previously played for various IPL teams and represented Chhattisgarh in domestic cricket. Despite Punjab Kings’ explanation that they had intended to sign this player all along, doubts remained among some observers.
Nevertheless, in the recent match, Shashank Singh’s performance silenced skepticism about his team’s inclusion. His quick cameo demonstrated his value as a right-handed batter who can contribute with medium pace and off-break bowling.
