Punjab Kings (PBKS) head into IPL 2026 with a schedule that blends fresh venues, tough travel stretches, and a crucial home run towards the end of the season. One of the standout features this year is their split home setup.
PBKS will play four matches at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh (Mullanpur), hosting Gujarat Titans (GT), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). Later in the tournament, they shift base to the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, where they will host three key matches against Delhi Capitals (DC), Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
PBKS begin their campaign at home against GT on March 31, a fixture that gives them an immediate opportunity to set the tone. After finishing as runners-up last season, captain Shreyas Iyer and his side will be eager to start strong and carry forward that momentum. However, the early part of the schedule quickly becomes demanding. PBKS face three consecutive away matches in different parts of the country – against CSK in Chennai, KKR in Kolkata and MI in Mumbai. This stretch will test the team’s depth, adaptability and ability to handle pressure away from home.
A major highlight of Punjab’s schedule comes in mid-May, when they play three consecutive home games in Dharamshala. Known for its scenic beauty and lively conditions, the venue returns to the IPL calendar this season and could play a key role in PBKS’s playoff push. Playing multiple matches at the same venue allows the team to settle into conditions, something that could give them an edge during this decisive phase.
With Ricky Ponting continuing as head coach, Punjab Kings will aim to build on last season’s success. If they can navigate the early away challenges and capitalize on their strong home finish, PBKS could once again be serious contenders for the title.
Punjab Kings Full IPL 2026 Schedule
- March 31 – Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans – New Chandigarh – 7:30PM IST
- April 3 – Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings – Chennai – 7:30PM IST
- April 6 – Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings – Kolkata – 7:30PM IST
- April 11 – Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – New Chandigarh – 3:30PM IST
- April 16 – Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings – Mumbai – 7:30PM IST
- April 19 – Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants – New Chandigarh – 7:30PM IST
- April 25 – Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings – Delhi – 3:30PM IST
- April 28 – Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals – New Chandigarh – 7:30PM IST
- May 3 – Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings – Ahmedabad – 7:30PM IST
- May 6 – Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings – Hyderabad – 7:30PM IST
- May 11 – Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals – Dharamhsala – 7:30PM IST
- May 14 – Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians – Dharamshala – 7:30PM IST
- May 17 – Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Dharamshala – 3:30PM IST
- May 23 – Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings – Lucknow – 7:30PM IST
Note: IST= GMT+ 5:30 hrs
