Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting said that he would have ‘loved’ to retain Josh Inglis, but it wasn’t possible because the wicketkeeper-batter won’t be available for ‘the majority’ of the IPL 2026 season.

It came as a huge surprise when Inglis’ name was missing from PBKS’ retention list. He played 11 matches for the team last season — his first in the league — scoring 278 runs at an average of 30.89 and a strike-rate of 162.57. In a short period, he proved to be an excellent asset for Indian conditions, with his ability to bat across multiple positions, effortlessly clear the boundaries, and maneuver spinners.

“Josh Inglis is another one who played some great knocks for us in the back half of the tournament," Ponting said on Star Sports after PBKS confirmed their retentions f

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