Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Schedule: Full Match List, Dates, Timings and Venues

Punjab Kings are heading into the Indian Premier League 2026 with renewed confidence after a strong runner-up finish last season. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, the franchise showed significant improvement, narrowly losing the final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With a balanced squad and better auction strategy, expectations are high for Punjab to finally secure their maiden IPL title.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised the team’s direction, highlighting smart decision-making and strong leadership as key factors behind their recent success. He noted that Punjab Kings have been bold in their approach, including releasing underperforming players and strengthening their bench, which has contributed to their turnaround.

Punjab Kings Full Schedule – IPL 2026

• March 31: vs Gujarat Titans – New Chandigarh – 7:30 PM
• April 3: vs Chennai Super Kings – Chennai – 7:30 PM
• April 6: vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Kolkata – 7:30 PM
• April 11: vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – New Chandigarh – 3:30 PM
• April 16: vs Mumbai Indians – Mumbai – 7:30 PM
• April 19: vs Lucknow Super Giants – New Chandigarh – 7:30 PM
• April 25: vs Delhi Capitals – Delhi – 3:30 PM
• April 28: vs Rajasthan Royals – New Chandigarh – 7:30 PM
• May 3: vs Gujarat Titans – Ahmedabad – 7:30 PM
• May 6: vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Hyderabad – 7:30 PM
• May 11: vs Delhi Capitals – Dharamshala – 7:30 PM
• May 14: vs Mumbai Indians – Dharamshala – 7:30 PM
• May 17: vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Dharamshala – 3:30 PM
• May 23: vs Lucknow Super Giants – Lucknow – 7:30 PM

Punjab Kings will kick off their campaign at home in New Chandigarh and later play key matches in Dharamshala towards the end of the league stage. With momentum from last season and improved squad depth, the team will be aiming to go one step further and clinch their first IPL trophy this year.

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