Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Squad, Fixtures and Complete Player List
Punjab Kings made a deliberate, calculated decision heading into IPL 2026: stability over change. They retained 21 players — more than any other franchise — ending years of constant squad overhauls that had prevented PBKS from ever building genuine momentum across a season. Shreyas Iyer takes over as captain, and under Trevor Bayliss, this looks like the most structured Punjab team in recent memory. Check out all 10 IPL 2026 team squads in one place.
The squad has pace depth, an experienced spinner, and a balanced overseas core. On paper, PBKS have no obvious weakness.
PBKS IPL 2026 Fixtures
| # | Date | Day | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 Mar | Tue | PBKS vs GT | Mullanpur |
| 2 | 03 Apr | Fri | CSK vs PBKS | Chennai |
| 3 | 06 Apr | Mon | KKR vs PBKS | Kolkata |
| 4 | 11 Apr | Sat | PBKS vs SRH | Mullanpur |
PBKS open their season at home in Mullanpur on March 31. For the complete list of fixtures, visit the IPL 2026 full schedule.
PBKS IPL 2026 Squad
Captain: Shreyas Iyer | Coach: Trevor Bayliss | Home Ground: New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur
| Player | Role | Nationality |
|---|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer (c) | Batter | India |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler | India |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Bowler | India |
| Marco Jansen | All-rounder | South Africa |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder | Australia |
| Prabhsimran Singh | WK-Batter | India |
| Priyansh Arya | Batter | India |
| Musheer Khan | Batter | India |
| Shashank Singh | All-rounder | India |
| Lockie Ferguson | Bowler | New Zealand |
| Nehal Wadhera | Batter | India |
| Xavier Bartlett | Bowler | Australia |
| Yash Thakur | Bowler | India |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | All-rounder | Afghanistan |
| Mitch Owen | Batter | Australia |
| Harpreet Brar | Bowler | India |
| Vyshak Vijaykumar | Bowler | India |
| Harnoor Singh | Batter | India |
| Suryansh Shedge | Batter | India |
| Pyla Avinash | Batter | India |
| Vishnu Vinod | WK-Batter | India |
What Makes PBKS Dangerous in 2026
Arshdeep Singh is the most complete left-arm pace bowler in Indian cricket right now. He swings the new ball in the powerplay, strangles in the middle overs, and nails yorkers at the death. Arshdeep gives PBKS a match-changing weapon in every phase of the game.
Yuzvendra Chahal brings 15 years of T20 experience and a leg-spin threat that batters across the world still struggle to read consistently. His partnership with Arshdeep as the two primary wicket-takers gives Bayliss a clear bowling strategy in every match.
Marcus Stoinis adds the middle-order firepower and bowling backup that PBKS have needed for years. He hits the ball enormous distances and can contribute quick overs of medium-pace when needed — exactly the all-round option that Trevor Bayliss values.
Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy record in the IPL is solid. He led KKR to the 2024 title and brings calm under pressure to a team that has historically crumbled in tight finishes.
PBKS’s Title Chances: Key Points
- Most stable squad on paper — 21 retentions means genuine chemistry and understanding within the group
- Arshdeep and Chahal together is as good a pace-spin bowling pairing as any team in the tournament
- Mullanpur at New Chandigarh is a brand new venue that gives PBKS a genuine home advantage
- The Dharamsala fixtures will draw massive crowds — altitude and atmosphere are extra advantages
Follow PBKS’s journey through all the latest IPL 2026 updates as the season unfolds.
FAQs
Who is Punjab Kings’ captain for IPL 2026? Shreyas Iyer is the captain of Punjab Kings for IPL 2026.
Who coaches PBKS in IPL 2026? Trevor Bayliss is the head coach of Punjab Kings.
How many players did PBKS retain for IPL 2026? Punjab Kings retained 21 players — the most of any franchise heading into IPL 2026.
Where do PBKS play home matches in IPL 2026? PBKS play four home matches at New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh and three at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala.
When is PBKS’s first IPL 2026 match? PBKS open their campaign on March 31 against Gujarat Titans at New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur.
Is Yuzvendra Chahal still at Punjab Kings? Yes, Yuzvendra Chahal is retained and will play for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
