Ramandeep explains why he rejected offers from other IPL franchises
What's the story
Indian Premier League (IPL) star Ramandeep Singh, who started his journey with the Mumbai Indians, has opened up about his decision to stick with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Despite lucrative offers of up to ₹10 crore from other franchises, the all-rounder opted to stay loyal to KKR. His loyalty paid off as he was retained by KKR for ₹4 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Loyalty over money
Singh's loyalty to KKR over monetary gains
Speaking on the Raj Shamani Podcast, Singh thanked KKR for providing him the platform to showcase his talent. He said, "The franchise that has helped you, you shouldn't leave them at this time. You shouldn't leave them at all. If you are leaving just for money, then that is wrong." Despite other franchises' money-spinning offers, Singh stayed loyal to KKR for their support in his early days.
Dream vs money
Singh prioritizes national representation over financial gains
Ramandeep Singh stressed that franchises giving opportunities to their players deserve loyalty in return. The Chandigarh-born player said earning money has never been his priority. His ultimate dream is to represent India and win the World Cup for his country. "My dream has always been to represent India and to win the World Cup for the country," he concluded.
Career
Singh's rise to fame in IPL 2024
Meanwhile, Singh first came into the limelight during the IPL 2024 season, where he played for the championship-winning KKR. He was a key finisher for KKR, scoring 125 runs at an incredible strike rate of over 201. His performance even earned him a maiden India cap later that year. Overall, Ramandeep owns 646 T20 runs at a sensational strike rate of 170. This includes 22 scalps at an economy of 8.26.
Information
Here are his IPL stats
Meanwhile, the all-rounder scored an unbeaten six off nine balls in KKR's opener vs RCB. He did not bowl as the defending champions lost the match. The 27-year-old now owns 176 runs across 20 IPL games, striking at 158.56. His tally includes six scalps as well.