India, April 27 -- IPL 2025 has been more about the unheralded thus far. While the usual suspects did rule the pre-season prediction charts, the underrated sides have emerged as strong contenders for the elusive title at the halfway mark in the 18th edition of the league. Punjab Kings are among them, who have been touted to break the duck and claim their maiden trophy. But despite their impressive run, which finds them in the top four after 44 games this season, former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary handed an ominous prediction, saying PBKS' trophyless run will continue in 2025.

Tiwary based his opinion on Punjab's match against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday at the Eden Gardens, which ended in a no-result due to rain. The former KKR ba...