Shashank Singh, whose controversial selection by the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2024 auction raised eyebrows, showed his mettle when his team needed him most. He played a pivotal role in guiding them to a remarkable victory against the Gujarat Titans on Thursday.
Preity Zinta, co-owner of the Punjab Kings, shared an uplifting message for Shashank Singh following his game-winning performance against the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2024. She commended his resilience in the face of criticism surrounding his acquisition in the auction, praising his ability to stay positive and rise above the trolls.
Until yesterday, Shashank Singh was regarded as an accidental purchase by the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2024 auction. However, he swiftly turned the narrative around with a stellar display at the crease, guiding his team to victory against the Gujarat Titans.
In a thrilling match at the Narendra Modi International Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shashank Singh orchestrated a remarkable comeback for the Punjab Kings. With the team faltering early in their chase of 200 runs, the right-handed batsman stepped up with confidence and skill.
Displaying an aggressive approach, Shashank Singh took the attack to the Gujarat Titans’ bowlers, turning the tide in his team’s favor. His blistering half-century off just 25 balls piled pressure on the opposition and rejuvenated Punjab Kings’ pursuit of victory.
Remaining steadfast until the end, Shashank Singh ensured his team emerged triumphant. His innings of 61 runs from 29 balls, embellished with six boundaries and four sixes, steered Punjab Kings to a nail-biting win with just one ball to spare, marking their second victory of the season.
Following his heroic performance, Preity Zinta expressed her admiration for Shashank Singh, emphasizing how he silenced the critics and vindicated the team’s decisions in the auction. She underscored the mental strength displayed by Shashank, noting that many others might have crumbled under similar circumstances.
Preity wrote on her X post, “Today seems like the perfect day to finally talk about things that were said in the past about us at the auction. A lot of people in similar situations would have lost confidence, buckled under pressure or become de-motivated ……. but not Shashank! He is not like a lot of people. He is truly special.”
She added: “Not just because of his skill as a player but because of his positive attitude & incredible spirit. He took all the comments, jokes and brickbats so sportingly & never became a victim. He backed himself and showed us what he is made of, and for that I applaud him (clapping hands emojis). He has my admiration & my respect.”
“I hope he can be an example to all of you when life takes a different turn & does not play according to script, for it’s not what people think of you that matters, but what You think of Yourself ! So never stop believing in yourself like Shashank & I’m sure you will be Man of the match in the game of life (star eyes emoji) #Respect #Manofthematch #TrueGrit #TataIPL #GTvsPBKS #Saddapunjab #PunjabKings #PBKS #ting (red heart emoji),” she concluded.
