Punjab's promising left-hander Nehal Wadhera has set his sights on making the IPL 2025 season a defining chapter in his career.

Having switched allegiances to his home franchise, Punjab Kings, the 23-year-old is eager to make an impact on familiar soil and contribute meaningfully to the team's ambitions of lifting their maiden IPL trophy.

"This year, I've joined Punjab Kings, and I'm really looking forward to playing for my home team," Wadhera said while speaking to the franchise.

"Representing your home side is a special feeling for any player. When I was picked by Punjab Kings, it felt amazing-I was truly emotional. I'm eager to contribute and help Punjab Kings lift the trophy this season."

Over the past two IPL campaigns, Wadhera has used his time to introspect and sharpen his skills. Acknowledging the technical tweaks he's made, he reflected, "I've focused on improving my weak areas-working specifically on the shots and deliveries that troubled me. My aim is to find more success this year and hopefully make this a breakthrough season."

Wadhera also drew confidence from his strong domestic showing, particularly in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where Punjab made significant strides.

"We qualified for the domestic season in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, and the Punjab team performed really well. My preparation was solid, and overall, it was a good domestic season for me. I've tried to carry forward the learnings from there into the IPL so I can continue to improve," he continued.

The youngster was also effusive in his praise for the leadership group in the Punjab Kings setup. He spoke highly about Shreyas Iyer, the PBKS captain, who has garnered a lot of positive feedback from the players.

"The way he (Shreyas Iyer) instantly connected with all the players really liked it. The confidence he carries is remarkable. And Ricky Ponting, being the legend he is, brings so much to the table. When I work with him in the nets, everything he says feels so positive... Being around him feels like a blessing," Wadhera concluded.

With renewed confidence, home support, and elite mentorship, Wadhera's IPL journey with Punjab Kings promises a fresh and determined chapter.