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**Summary:**
Ahead of Punjab Kings’ (PBKS) IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Jaipur, captain Shreyas Iyer praised the Indian Army. The PBKS team had their previous match in Dharamshala against Delhi Capitals disrupted due to security concerns triggered by cross-border tensions and alleged Pakistani drone activity. Players were evacuated and transported to Delhi via special train. Key players Marcus Stoinis and Josh Inglis are unavailable for the Royals match. Iyer emphasized the team’s strong batting and resilience despite the disruption.
**News Article:**
**IPL 2025: Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer Praises Indian Army After Security Scare**
**Jaipur, India** – Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer lauded the Indian Army’s dedication to national security ahead of their IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday. Iyer’s comments come in the wake of a disrupted match against Delhi Capitals (DC) in Dharamshala, where heightened security concerns prompted a swift evacuation.
The Dharamshala match was called off mid-game following reports of cross-border tensions and alleged Pakistani drone activity near the venue. Players, support staff, and spectators were quickly evacuated, with floodlights turned off. The PBKS team was transported to Delhi via a special train arranged by the BCCI after spending time in their team hotels.
Speaking at the toss in Jaipur, Iyer acknowledged the unsettling circumstances and expressed gratitude for the Indian Army’s role in ensuring the safety of the nation. “Along with the opportunity that we have, we are trying to make the most of it. Also, salute to the Indian Army who have worked for the country and made sure the people of the country are safe,” Iyer stated.
The PBKS captain also emphasized the team’s resilience and focus on their strengths, particularly their batting lineup. However, the team will be without key players Marcus Stoinis and Josh Inglis for the game against the Royals. Stoinis and Inglis are expected to join the team later in the tournament.
**Punjab Kings Playing XI:** Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer (C), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Mitchell Owen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
**Rajasthan Royals Playing XI:** Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Sanju Samson (C), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kwena Maphaka, Tushar Deshpande, Akash Madhwal, Fazalhaq Farooqi
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