Punjab Kings have officially revealed their new match jersey for the upcoming IPL 2026 season, retaining their signature red and blue colour scheme with a refreshed, modern design. The Shreyas Iyer-led franchise, coached by Ricky Ponting, will debut the jersey in their opening fixture against Gujarat Giants on March 31 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh.
What Is New in the Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Jersey
The updated design features a lion motif at the centre that transitions into diamond-shaped elements across the fabric. The franchise explained that the lion represents instinct, aggression, and raw talent, while the diamonds symbolise how that talent is shaped through preparation, high-performance systems, and the demands of elite competition. The design philosophy reflects the team’s broader approach of identifying young players and developing them into match winners on the biggest stage.
PBKS Pre-Season Preparations in Full Swing
Punjab Kings have left no stone unturned in their preparation for the new campaign. The squad completed a five-day training camp in Udaipur from January 16 to 20, followed by another session at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi from February 8 to 14. The team is currently holding a pre-season camp in Dharamsala, which will serve as their second home venue this season, alongside New Chandigarh.
Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Early Season Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| March 31 | Gujarat Giants | New Chandigarh |
| April 3 | Chennai Super Kings | Chennai |
| April 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kolkata |
The franchise enters IPL 2026 with renewed ambition after finishing as runners-up last season, losing the final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
