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3 GT And PBKS Finishers Who Could Be As Impactful As Ashutosh Sharma In IPL 2025

Debashis Sarangi

Ashutosh has played with Shashank Singh in the past [Source: @shashank2191/X]Ashutosh has played with Shashank Singh in the past [Source: @shashank2191/X]

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On Monday, Delhi Capitals registered a sensational victory, defeating Lucknow SuperGiants by a narrow 1-wicket margin. Ashutosh Sharma was the star of the night for the Capitals, powering his side to a memorable win with a belligerent cameo. 

As Ashutosh Sharma's power-packed cameo continues to grab the limelight, here are three finishers from Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans who could be as impactful as the DC superstar in the IPL 2025. 

1. Shashank Singh - PBKS

Criterion
Data
Innings14
Runs354
Average44.25
Strike Rate164.65

(Shashank Singh's IPL 2024 stats)

  • Swashbuckling batter Shashank Singh emerged as a game-changer for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2024. 
  • As evidenced by the above stats, Shashank Singh struck 354 runs at a splendid average of 44.25 and a blistering strike rate of 164.65 in the IPL last season. 
  • Considering his batting exploits, the Kings kept him as their only retention ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. He is a clean striker of the ball and could be a match-winner as a finisher this season. 

2. Shahrukh Khan - GT

  • Tamil Nadu batter Shahrukh Khan is known for his ability to smack the ball out of the park with brute force. 
  • He has been the leading finisher for his state team in the Indian domestic circuit. Although Shahrukh hasn't had a great IPL career so far, Gujarat Titans might use him properly, given that they don't have so many renowned middle order batters. 
  • Shahrukh showcased remarkable form in the TNPL 2024, scoring 225 runs in seven innings at an average of 45 and a strike rate of 182.93. If the Titans' top-order batters give them a positive start, Shahrukh could capitalise on the foundation and play some impactful cameos down the order. 

3. Suryansh Shedge - PBKS

Criterion
Data
Innings9
Runs131
Average43.67
Strike Rate251.92

(Suryansh Shedge in SMAT 2024)

  • Punjab Kings showed trust in Mumbai's promising talent Suryansh Shedge, purchasing him for INR 30 lakhs. 
  • The lower middle-order batter was one of the most impactful performers for Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy last season, slamming 131 runs at an average of 43.67 and an unbelievable strike rate of 251.92. 
  • Suryansh Shedge is one of the most powerful strikers, who can effortlessly dispatch the ball into the stands. So, given that he has the potential to propel PBKS single-handedly to victory, Shedge could be one of the players to watch out for in the tournament.