The Punjab squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 has been officially announced.
PUN will participate in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 with a star-studded squad featuring several Indian internationals and IPL stars.
Punjab Squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 (Full List)
Batters
- Anmolpreet Singh
- Salil Arora (Wicketkeeper)
- Harnoor Singh
- Naman Dhir
- Prabhsimran Singh (Wicketkeeper)
- Ramandeep Singh
- Uday Saharan
- Shubman Gill
All-rounders
- Abhishek Sharma
- Sanvir Singh
Bowlers
- Arshdeep Singh
- Gurnoor Brar
- Harpreet Brar
- Raghu Sharma
- Sukhdeep Singh Bajwa
- Gaurav Chaudhary
- Jashanpreet Singh
- Krish Bhagat
This squad is packed with talent and represents one of the strongest lineups in the tournament with multiple IPL performers and international stars.
Key Highlights of Punjab Squad 2025-26
- Star-Studded Batting Lineup: The batting department boasts exceptional quality with Shubman Gill leading the charge. The 26-year-old Indian international brings his elegant stroke-play and consistency to strengthen his top order significantly.
- Abhishek Sharma’s All-round Impact: The 25-year-old left-hand batter and slow left-arm orthodox bowler adds tremendous balance to the side. His explosive batting and reliable spin bowling make him a match-winner in both departments.
- Arshdeep Singh’s Pace Prowess: India’s premier left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh headlines the bowling attack. His experience in international cricket and ability to bowl in crucial phases will be invaluable for PUN’s campaign.
- Young Talent Pool: The team features exciting young players like Uday Saharan (21 years), who recently led India U19, alongside Krish Bhagat (21 years), providing fresh energy to the team.
- Experienced Middle Order: Players like Ramandeep Singh (28 years) and Anmolpreet Singh (27 years) provide stability and experience in the middle order to guide younger players.
- Quality Wicketkeeping Options: They have two capable wicketkeepers in Prabhsimran Singh and Salil Arora, both offering batting depth and reliability behind the stumps.
PUN Match Schedule in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
- PUN are placed in Elite Group C and will play all their matches in Jaipur. All matches start at 9:00 AM IST.
- Match 1: Maharashtra vs PUN: 24 December 2025, 9:00 AM IST, Jaipur (venue TBC)
- Match 2: Chhattisgarh vs PUN: 26 December 2025, 9:00 AM IST, Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Match 3: PUN vs Uttarakhand: 28 December 2025, 9:00 AM IST, Anantam Ground, Jaipur
- Match 4: PUN vs Sikkim: 3 January 2026, 9:00 AM IST, Jaipuria Vidyalaya Ground, Jaipur
- Match 5: Goa vs PUN: 6 January 2026, 9:00 AM IST, K L Saini Stadium, Jaipur
PUN will target top position in Group C to advance to the Quarterfinals (12-13 January), Semifinals (15-16 January), and ultimately the Final (18 January 2026).
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Punjab Team Strategy
PUN entered the tournament with a balanced, well-planned squad led by international stars. Shubman Gill anchors a strong batting unit, supported by explosive batters and all-rounders like Abhishek Sharma.
Multiple spin options strengthen middle overs, while Arshdeep Singh leads a varied pace attack.
Quality wicketkeepers add depth, making him strong title contenders with power, control, and experience.
