A timely boost for Punjab Kings has come their way as Cooper Connolly has joined the team for the rest of IPL 2026. The young all-rounder had taken a break from the team earlier this week and returned to Australia for a routine fitness test which he is required to undergo by Cricket Australia.
Connolly’s return is just in time for the crucial clash between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals scheduled for 25th April. It was seen that the 22-year-old was part of the net sessions with the other team members on April 24th and is fit and available for selection.
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It is noteworthy that Connolly was away for a very brief period and didn't miss any game of Punjab Kings during this stint. He flew out to Australia after Punjab’s last match against Lucknow Super Giants in New Chandigarh on April 19th and made his comeback for their subsequent fixture.
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Ferguson too joins the squad, PBKS are in their full strength.
Punjab Kings have been boosted by the arrival of Lockie Ferguson as well and he has been included for the remainder of the season. Connolly is unlike Ferguson and he has not been a part of the team until this point of the season as he was playing in international games and also had personal reasons due to which he was absent for the earlier matches of IPL 2026.
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The New Zealand paceman recently represented New Zealand in a T20I series against South Africa, after which he had gone for a short break following the birth of his baby boy. The addition of Ferguson is a boost for the Punjab bowling unit as it will add a bit of experience.
The addition of both Connolly and Ferguson could see the Punjab Kings form a solid batting and bowling unit. The team has been playing consistently under Shreyas Iyer.
Punjab Kings are undefeated so far
Punjab Kings are the only team that hasn't lost a single match so far this IPL season. They have played 6 matches and won 5 and drawn one, which has placed them at the top of the league table.
Their net run rate of 1.420 is the highest among all teams this season, a testament to the dominance they have showcased this season both with the bat and with the ball. They have maintained a consistent level of performance in all departments.
The match between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings is scheduled for 3:30 pm IST on April 25th. The game will be played at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
Another win for the Punjab Kings will push them closer to the qualification phase. The Delhi Capitals will be looking for a win as they try to remain in contention through the latter half of the season. Punjab Kings with a high-performing unit are likely to start as favorites.
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