3 teams who should target Harry Brook in IPL 2025 Auction ft. Punjab Kings
English batter Harry Brook will be one of the hot picks at the upcoming IPL 2025 Auction. The youngster made his IPL debut in 2023 for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and he announced his arrival in style with a century against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens.
However, apart from that knock, Brook could not impress much in the SRH colors. Since the Orange Army spent ₹13.25 crore for Brook's acquistion in 2023, the team management did not think twice before letting him go for the 2024 season. Delhi Capitals signed him next for ₹4 crore, but the English star did not show up to play due to personal reasons.
Considering Harry Brook's IPL career so far, quite a few IPL franchises will be skeptical about bidding for him, but they should not forget that he is a generational talent, who can be a game-changer once he gets his form. In this listicle, we will look at the three teams which should target Brook at the IPL 2025 Auction.
#1 Punjab Kings will try to get Harry Brook at IPL 2025 Auction
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting was the head coach of the Delhi Capitals when the team signed Harry Brook for IPL 2024. Ponting has moved to the Punjab Kings now, which is why it should not be a surprise if the Kings bid for Brook at the upcoming mega auction.
Brook seems to have impressed Ponting with his talent. Here's what the former Australian captain had said after signing Brook at the previous auction:
"I was excited about Harry Brook. I think he is one of the most talented international cricketers in the world at the moment. He was our number 1 priority today and we got him for a whole lot cheaper than we expected to. So, I'm really excited to work with him."
Punjab Kings have ₹110.5 crore available in their auction purse. It should be an easy task for them to sign Brook.
#2 Gujarat Titans
IPL 2022 winners Gujarat Titans (GT) have retained two solid openers and three reliable finishers, but they need some options in their middle-order. Harry Brook can fill in one of those gaps in the Titans squad.
Brook can play the role which GT expected Kane Williamson to play last season, but in an aggressive manner. He can bat at number three or four for the Titans, ensuring the team's momentum continues in the middle overs.
#3 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have all overseas spots open in their squad. With the departure of big names like Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Will Jacks, and Cameron Green from the team, RCB need some fiery overseas batters to strengthen the squad.
Harry Brook can be a long-term asset for RCB. He is just 25 years old, and he has captained England at the international level. Perhaps, Virat Kohli can groom Brook as the next RCB skipper in IPL 2025 and then let him lead the team once he is ready.