Punjab Kings head coach

The Punjab Kings are expected to part ways with head coach Trevor Bayliss after two disappointing seasons, finishing eighth and ninth in the IPL standings. The franchise has reportedly opted to seek an Indian coach to replace him, with Sanjay Bangar, the current Director of Cricket, among the leading candidates. Bayliss, who previously led the Kolkata Knight Riders to success, has struggled to replicate that performance with PBKS, which has not qualified for the playoffs since 2014. The team was supposed to hold a board meeting to finalize decisions regarding the coaching staff but has yet to do so, indicating they are still exploring options. Recent successes of Indian coaches in the IPL have prompted this shift in strategy for PBKS, as they look to rebuild ahead of the 2025 mega auction. The franchise aims to restore its competitive edge after years of underwhelming results despite high-profile player signings.