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Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings (PBKS) are an Indian Premier League franchise based in New Chandigarh, Punjab.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Punjab Kings are an Indian Premier League franchise based in New Chandigarh, Punjab, India. Founded in 2008 as Kings XI Punjab, the team was rebranded as Punjab Kings in 2021. As of 2026, the franchise has not won an IPL championship.

History

Punjab Kings began in 2008 as Kings XI Punjab and were rebranded in 2021. The team has been part of the IPL since the league’s inaugural season and is jointly owned by KPH Dream Cricket Private Ltd, with owners Mohit Burman, Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta and Karan Paul.

Home ground and base

The franchise is based in New Chandigarh, Punjab, India. Its primary home ground is the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, with earlier matches also played at PCA Stadium in Mohali.

Competitive record

Punjab Kings have reached the IPL final twice, in 2014 and 2025, but have not yet won the tournament. The 2025 campaign was one of the strongest in the team’s history.

Current leadership

For the 2026 season, Punjab Kings are led by captain Shreyas Iyer and coached by Ricky Ponting. The squad includes players such as Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal and Marcus Stoinis.

Key facts

  • Punjab Kings are a professional Twenty20 cricket franchise in the Indian Premier League.
  • The franchise was established in 2008 as Kings XI Punjab and rebranded in 2021.
  • Its primary home venue is the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
  • Punjab Kings reached the IPL final in 2014 and again in 2025, finishing as runners-up both times.
  • As of 2026, the franchise has not won an IPL championship.

Frequently asked questions

What is Punjab Kings?
Punjab Kings is an Indian Premier League cricket franchise based in New Chandigarh, Punjab.
What was Punjab Kings called before?
The team was formerly known as Kings XI Punjab.
Has Punjab Kings won the IPL?
No. Punjab Kings have not won an IPL title as of 2026.
Who owns Punjab Kings?
The franchise is owned through KPH Dream Cricket Private Ltd by Mohit Burman, Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta and Karan Paul.
Who are the current captain and coach?
The team’s 2026 captain is Shreyas Iyer and its coach is Ricky Ponting.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punjab_Kings
    Supports: Founding year, former name, city, ownership, captain, coach, and home ground history.
  2. ESPNcricinfo — https://www.espncricinfo.com/team/punjab-kings-335973
    Supports: Team identity, current captain, coach, home venue, and IPL championships count.
  3. Indian Premier League — https://www.ipl.com/team/punjab-kings/
    Supports: Franchise history, ownership, 2025 runner-up finish, and current leadership.
  4. India Today — https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/ipl/punjab-1107
    Supports: Franchise ownership, 2025 season performance, and squad context.