Punjab Kings Squad 2026: Official Player List & Photo
The Punjab Kings enter IPL 2026 with renewed ambition, anchored by Shreyas Iyer’s composed and tactically astute captaincy. Built through a deliberate auction strategy, this squad blends proven match-winners with hungry emerging talent, signalling a serious title push at the PCA Stadium.
Coach Ricky Ponting has assembled a roster with impressive global depth — from Arshdeep Singh’s lethal new-ball craft to Yuzvendra Chahal’s match-turning spin — while domestic prospects like Priyansh Arya and Musheer Khan add exciting versatility. For fans tracking every boundary and wicket, follow the IPL cricket score to stay updated throughout Punjab Kings’ campaign this season.
Punjab Kings Players
Shreyas Iyer
Role: Batter
Shrewas Iyer is the captain of Punjab Kings for IPL 2026. A stylish middle-order batter known for his elegant strokeplay and match-winning knocks under pressure.
Nehal Wadhera
Role: Batter
Nehal Wadhera is a hard-hitting batter who brings explosive power to the Punjab Kings top order. Known for his aggressive approach and big-hitting ability in T20 cricket.
Harnoor Pannu
Role: Batter
Harnoor Pannu is a young and talented batter from Punjab with immense potential. He adds depth and solidity to the Punjab Kings batting lineup in IPL 2026.
Pyla Avinash
Role: Batter
Pyla Avinash is a promising young batter who has earned his place in the Punjab Kings squad for IPL 2026 through consistent performances in domestic cricket.
Shashank Singh
Role: Batter
Shashank Singh is a dynamic lower-order batter known for his ability to accelerate the innings in the death overs. A valuable finisher for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Vishnu Vinod
Role: WK-Batter
Vishnu Vinod is an experienced wicketkeeper-batter who provides solid keeping skills and handy runs for Punjab Kings. A dependable presence behind the stumps in IPL 2026.
Prabhsimran Singh
Role: WK-Batter
Prabhsimran Singh is an explosive wicketkeeper-batter known for his ability to take on any bowling attack from ball one. One of Punjab Kings’ most exciting young talents in IPL 2026.
Marcus Stoinis
Role: All Rounder
Marcus Stoinis is a powerful Australian all-rounder who can change the course of any match with both bat and ball. A key overseas asset for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Harpreet Brar
Role: All Rounder
Harpreet Brar is a left-arm spinning all-rounder who has been a consistent performer for Punjab Kings. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him invaluable in IPL 2026.
Marco Jansen
Role: All Rounder
Marco Jansen is a tall South African all-rounder who offers genuine pace and useful lower-order runs. His ability to swing the ball at pace makes him a potent weapon for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Azmatullah Omarzai
Role: All Rounder
Azmatullah Omarzai is a hard-hitting Afghan all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball. His impressive T20 record makes him a valuable addition to Punjab Kings for IPL 2026.
Priyansh Arya
Role: All Rounder
Priyansh Arya is an exciting young all-rounder with the ability to play match-winning innings and pick up crucial wickets. A bright future talent for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Musheer Khan
Role: All Rounder
Musheer Khan is a technically sound young all-rounder who impressed in domestic cricket before earning his IPL 2026 spot. He adds batting depth and useful off-spin for Punjab Kings.
Suryansh Shedge
Role: All Rounder
Suryansh Shedge is a promising young all-rounder who brings energy and enthusiasm to the Punjab Kings squad. His versatility with bat and ball is a major asset in IPL 2026.
Mitch Owen
Role: All Rounder
Mitch Owen is an explosive Australian all-rounder known for his big-hitting at the top of the order. His aggressive batting and handy bowling make him a dynamic option for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Cooper Connolly
Role: All Rounder
Cooper Connolly is a talented young Australian all-rounder who offers genuine all-round ability with bat and ball. He is one to watch for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Ben Dwarshuis
Role: All Rounder
Ben Dwarshuis is an Australian left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder who provides valuable death-over skills and lower-order hitting for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Arshdeep Singh
Role: Bowler
Arshdeep Singh is one of India’s most reliable left-arm fast bowlers, renowned for his pinpoint yorkers and exceptional death-over bowling. A cornerstone of Punjab Kings’ attack in IPL 2026.
Yuzvendra Chahal
Role: Bowler
Yuzvendra Chahal is one of India’s finest leg-spin bowlers with a vast IPL experience. His ability to pick wickets in the middle overs makes him a crucial part of Punjab Kings’ bowling strategy in IPL 2026.
Vyshak Vijaykumar
Role: Bowler
Vyshak Vijaykumar is a right-arm fast bowler known for his pace and ability to generate awkward bounce. He is expected to be a key part of Punjab Kings’ pace attack in IPL 2026.
Yash Thakur
Role: Bowler
Yash Thakur is a young and promising right-arm fast bowler who has shown impressive skills in domestic cricket. His ability to bowl at pace makes him an exciting prospect for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
Xavier Bartlett
Role: Bowler
Xavier Bartlett is an Australian right-arm fast bowler who brings raw pace and aggression to the Punjab Kings bowling unit. His ability to trouble batters with sheer speed is a huge asset in IPL 2026.
Pravin Dubey
Role: Bowler
Pravin Dubey is a right-arm leg-spin bowler who has made a name for himself through consistent wicket-taking performances. He adds an important spin option to Punjab Kings’ bowling attack in IPL 2026.
Vishal Nishad
Role: Bowler
Vishal Nishad is a young fast bowler who has been rewarded for his impressive domestic performances with a Punjab Kings contract for IPL 2026. He brings pace and determination to the team’s attack.
Lockie Ferguson
Role: Bowler
Lockie Ferguson is one of the fastest bowlers in world cricket. The New Zealand speedster is a major asset for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, capable of unsettling any batting lineup with his raw pace and bounce.