Ricky Ponting Talks PBKS Philosophy: Freedom First as IPL 2026 Approaches

PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting explained the foundations of developing a winning mentality, emphasizing that his approach is to back and push players to improve rather than impose control over them.

New Delhi: Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting highlighted the core principles of creating a winning mindset, stating that his role is to back and challenge players to grow rather than exercise control over them.

Last season’s runners-up PBKS extended their unbeaten run in IPL 2026 with a dominant win over Mumbai Indians (MI), registering their fifth straight victory and strengthening their hold at the top of the points table.