Punjab Kings Captains



Yuvraj Singh & Shreyas Iyer [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL, @Saabir_Saabu01/x.com]Yuvraj Singh & Shreyas Iyer [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL, @Saabir_Saabu01/x.com]

Punjab Kings (PBKS) are an example of a team that always keeps fans on the edge of their seats. Be if pulling off impossible wins, heartbreaking losses, or their ever-changing captains, this team knows how to stay in the limelight.

Over the years, the Kings have had some absolute legends and a few not-so-successful captains with each bringing their own uniqueness to the team. Let’s take a detailed look at the PBKS captains and their record.

List of All PBKS Captains

Captain
Span
Matches
Won
Lost
Tied/No Result
Win %
Best Finish
Yuvraj Singh2008-20092917120/058.62Semi-finalist (2008)
Kumar Sangakkara201013391/023.078th place (2010)
Mahela Jayawardene20101010/00.00
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Adam Gilchrist2011-20133417170/050.005th place (2011)
David Hussey2012-201312660/050.00-
George Bailey2014-20153518170/051.42Runners-up (2014)
Virender Sehwag20151001/00.00-
David Miller20166150/016.668th place (2016)
Murali Vijay 20168350/037.508th place (2016)
Glenn Maxwell201714770/050.005th place (2017)
Ravichandran Ashwin2018-20192812160/042.856th place (2019)
KL Rahul2020-20212711142/040.746th place (2020 & 2021)
Mayank Agarwal2021-202214770/050.006th place (2022)
Shikhar Dhawan2022-2024176110/035.298th place (2023)
Sam Curran2023-202411560/045.459th place (2024)
Jitesh Sharma20241010/00.00-
Shreyas Iyer 2025-Present11730/163.63-

Punjab Kings Captain 2025

Shreyas Iyer (2025-Present)

Punjab Kings Captain 2025: Shreyas Iyer (AP image)Punjab Kings Captain 2025: Shreyas Iyer (AP image)

With five wins in 14 games and finishing last in the previous IPL edition, Punjab Kings' management, led by the legendary Aussie captain Ricky Ponting, bid on Shreyas Iyer, despite players like Rishabh Pant available in the auction. 

Notably, Ponting has worked with both Pant and Iyer, however, Kings choosing the latter signifies Iyer's worth as a captain. Securing their captain for a massive price of ₹26.75 crore, the team showcased confidence in the 30-year-old’s abilities. 

Iyer did not disappoint! Known for leading from the front, in the ongoing IPL 2025, the young batter showed resilience and class. Often sacrificing his milestones for the team’s victory. 

Now with a captain with a remarkable history backing, Punjab Kings will be hoping to end their IPL trophy drought. 

FAQs: Punjab Kings Captains

Q.1. Who is Punjab Kings' captain?

Answer: After picking Shreyas Iyer for a record price, PBKS named him as their captain for IPL 2025. Fans will be hoping his leadership can finally break the team’s trophy drought.

Q.2. What is the slogan of Punjab?

Answer: Punjab Kings' tagline for the 2025 IPL season is "Bas Jeetna Hai", which translates to "We Just Need to Win". According to PBKS’ CEO, Satish Menon, this tagline reflects the team's unwavering determination and winning mindset as they gear up for the season. 

Q.3. Who is the CEO of Punjab Kings?

Answer: Satish Menon is the CEO of Punjab Kings. He’s responsible for managing the franchise and ensuring everything runs smoothly, on and off the field.

Q.4. Who sponsored Punjab Kings?

Answer: Punjab Kings' sponsors for IPL 2025 include Kent RO as the Principal Sponsor. Additionally, the team has partnered with All Seasons as a Principal Sponsor. Other sponsors include BKT Tires, Jio, and Hindware. 

Q.5. Who is the IPL King player?

Answer: Virat Kohli is often called the 'King of IPL' for his consistent performances and unmatched records. However, players like MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma also deserve mention for their incredible achievements in the league.