Ramandeep Singh began his Indian Premier League (IPL) journey with the Mumbai Indians (MI) earlier than being roped in by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for INR 20 lakh forward of final season. The Punjab all-rounder performed some essential cameos because the Kolkata-based franchise lifted the coveted title for the third time.
Forward of the IPL 2025 mega public sale, Ramandeep was retained by KKR for INR 4 crore in October. The gifted cricketer went on to make his debut for the nationwide staff within the T20 format in November. In a latest interview, Ramandeep revealed that he had extra profitable provides from different franchises however he selected to proceed with the Knights as a result of that they had given him the platform to showcase his expertise. The 27-year-old stated that he rejected provides of as much as INR 10 crore from different franchises.
“The franchise that has helped you, you should not depart them presently. You should not depart them in any respect. If you’re leaving only for cash, then that’s unsuitable,” Ramandeep stated on the Raj Shamani Podcast.
Sure, there have been groups keen to go after me and even providing quantities as much as 10 crore. However for me, cash was by no means the driving issue. Once I was nothing, KKR held my hand, and I needed to offer them my full help,” he defined.
My dream has all the time been to symbolize India and to win the World Cup for the nation: Ramandeep
Ramandeep opined that the franchises which give alternatives to their gamers deserve loyalty in return. The Chandigarh-born stated that incomes cash has not been his precedence and his dream is to symbolize India and win the World Cup for his nation.
“IPL is a platform the place alternatives are essential, and the franchise that backs you deserves your loyalty. Cash does not matter that a lot. Clearly, cash is essential, nevertheless it by no means was about cash[for me]. My dream has all the time been to symbolize India and to win the World Cup for the nation,” Ramandeep concluded.
The defending champions began their marketing campaign in IPL 2025 with a defeat at house to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The Ajinkya Rahane-led facet will look to show issues round after they tackle Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati on Wednesday, March 26.
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