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PBKS Playing 11 Probables for IPL 2026

5 min read Last Updated : Mar 26 2026 | 1:01 PM IST

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After almost ending their wait for a maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title last year, Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be eager to finally cross that final hurdle in IPL 2026 and convert their runners-up medal into a winners’ medal.

Despite the loss in the final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2025, PBKS management decided to back their squad and have retained almost all the players from the previous edition.

In terms of playing 11, PBKS does not need many changes, but keeping the form of the existing players and new additions in account, let’s take a look at how PBKS’ playing 11 in IPL 2026 could look.

However, the franchise still has plenty of options to spare and, with these available choices, let’s take a look at how their possible playing 11 for IPL 2026 looks.

How PBKS’s playing 11 could shape up in IPL 2026

Top order: PBKS’ top order for IPL 2026 is expected to feature Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh as the opening pair. The duo provides an attacking start, with both batters capable of taking on the powerplay and setting the tone early.

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Nehal Wadhera is likely to slot in at number three, adding stability while maintaining a positive scoring rate, especially against spin in the middle overs.

Middle order: The middle order will be led by skipper Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis, forming the core of PBKS’ batting unit. Iyer’s role will be to anchor the innings, while Stoinis brings power-hitting ability along with a few overs of seam bowling.

Shashank Singh is expected to continue his role as a key middle-order batter, providing acceleration and finishing ability.

Lower middle order: In the lower middle order, Azmatullah Omarzai and Marco Jansen add depth with their all-round abilities. Both players can contribute with quick runs down the order and provide crucial overs with the ball.

Bowlers: PBKS’ bowling attack in IPL 2026 is expected to be led by Arshdeep Singh, Vyshak Vijaykumar, and Marco Jansen in the pace department, offering variety across phases.

Yuzvendra Chahal will spearhead the spin unit, bringing his experience and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs.

Impact players: PBKS are likely to use their impact player options based on match situations. Pravin Dubey can be introduced as an additional spin option on turning tracks.

Alternatively, Musheer Khan can be used as a batting reinforcement, adding flexibility and depth to the line-up if required.

PBKS probable playing 11 for IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yuzvendra Chahal

Impact players: Pravin Dubey / Musheer Khan

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IPL 2026: Punjab Kings full squad and players' salary

Players bought by PBKS in IPL 2026 Auction
Sr. No.	Player	Base Price	Winning Bid	Capped/Uncapped
1	Ben Dwarshuis	₹1,00,00,000.00	₹4,40,00,000.00	Capped
2	Cooper Connolly	₹2,00,00,000.00	₹3,00,00,000.00	Capped
3	Vishal Nishad	₹30,00,000.00	₹30,00,000.00	Uncapped
4	Pravin Dubey	₹30,00,000.00	₹30,00,000.00	Uncapped

Players retained by Punjab Kings
Player	Type	Base Price (INR Cr)	Sold Price (INR Cr)
Shreyas Iyer	BAT	2	26.75
Arshdeep Singh	BOWL	2	18
Yuzvendra Chahal	BOWL	2	18
Marcus Stoinis	AR	2	11
Marco Jansen	AR	1.25	7
Shashank Singh	AR	-	5.5
Nehal Wadhera	BAT	0.3	4.2
Prabhsimran Singh	BAT	-	4
Priyansh Arya	AR	0.3	3.8
Azmatullah Omarzai	AR	1.5	2.4
Lockie Ferguson	BOWL	2	2
Vijaykumar Vyshak	BOWL	0.3	1.8
Yash Thakur	BOWL	0.4	1.6
Harpreet Brar	AR	0.3	1.5
Vishnu Vinod	BAT	0.3	0.95
Xavier Bartlett	BOWL	0.75	0.8
Suryansh Shedge	AR	0.3	0.3
Pyla Avinash	BAT	0.3	0.3
Musheer Khan	AR	0.3	0.3
Harnoor Singh	BAT	0.3	0.3

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings full schedule

Match No	Date	Opponent	Venue	Time (IST)
4	Mar 31, 2026	Gujarat Titans	Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Mullanpur	7:30 PM
7	Apr 3, 2026	Chennai Super Kings	MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai	7:30 PM
12	Apr 6, 2026	Kolkata Knight Riders	Eden Gardens, Kolkata	7:30 PM
17	Apr 11, 2026	Sunrisers Hyderabad	Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Mullanpur	3:30 PM