Punjab Kings (PBKS) is gearing up for another strong campaign in IPL 2026, and the former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar has already shared his vision for the team’s ideal playing XI. The former batting coach of the Indian team believes that PBKS have a balanced team that is capable of competing for the playoffs this season, even if they start the matches with only three overseas players in the starting lineup.
PBKS in IPL 2025 Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Finished as runner-up after losing in the final against. Despite this heartbreaking defeat, the franchise has retained the core players of its squad and made some strategic additions to further strengthen the squad in the IPL 2026 auction.
Punjab Kings retain core and add strength in auction
Ahead of the IPL 2026 season, Punjab Kings retained 21 players, showing their confidence in the team that performed impressively last year. During the auction, he opted to increase his bench strength. Cooper Connelly, Ben Dwarshuis, Praveen Dubey And Vishal Nishad Added to.
Bangar believes that the stability and depth of the team gives them flexibility in terms of team combinations. According to him, the presence of quality Indian players allows PBKS to rely less on foreign cricketers, while still maintaining a strong lineup.
“I am confident that they are a very strong contender to reach the playoffs. This team has so much potential that they can go into the field with three foreign players,” Bangar said.
Sanjay Bangar’s preferred lineup for PBKS
Bangar outlined a batting line-up that blends aggressive young talent with experienced players. He suggested that Prabhsimran Singh And Priyansh Arya should open the innings, providing an aggressive start at the top of the order.
Shreyas Iyerwho is expected to lead the team, comes in to open the innings at number three. Nehal Vadhera At number four, Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis provides strength in the middle order at number five. Shashank Singhwho impressed with his finishing abilities last season, is at number six in Bangar’s lineup.
“If I talk about the batting order, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer at No. 3, Nehal Wadhera at No. 4, Marcus Stoinis at No. 5, and then Shashank Singh at No. 6,” Bangar clarified.
Bangar also emphasized on the strength of the bowling department of Punjab Kings. South African all-rounder Marco Janssen Was placed at number seven, followed by spin-bowling all-rounder Harpreet Brar.
senior leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal lead the spin attack, while lockie ferguson Adds pace and aggression with the new ball and the final overs. left arm fast bowler Arshdeep Singh He completes the bowling unit, bringing experience and stability.
Bangar also said that the team can further strengthen its bowling by including an additional foreign fast bowler as per the circumstances. Alternatively, the Afghan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai Can be included to add balance to the team.
Sanjay Bangar’s PBKS Playing XI for IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Marco Janssen, Harpreet Brar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Lockie Ferguson, Arshdeep Singh.
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