The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) is off to an exciting start, with all eyes now turning to the second game of the season as Punjab Kings (PBKS) prepare to host Delhi Capitals (DC). The PBKS vs DC clash will be played in the new stadium, the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Mohali. Ahead of the clash let us take a look at the PBKS playing XI
Under the leadership of Shikhar Dhawan, PBKS aims to leave behind the setbacks of the previous season and begin a new journey with renewed determination, bolstered by promising additions to their squad.
Jonny Bairstow, Kagiso Rabada in PBKS Playing XI
Winning the toss, Dhawan opted to bowl first, keen to observe how the new pitch behaves. He expressed confidence in his team’s familiarity with the ground, especially after the practice match. Additionally, Dhawan revealed the names of the four overseas starters: Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, and Kagiso Rabada. However, there is no room for Chris Woakes and Sikandar Raza.
Punjab Kings Playing XI
Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Shashank Singh
