Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh continues as one of the most trusted bowlers for Punjab Kings (PBKS) after being retained for the IPL 2026 season at ₹18 Crore.
Known for his accuracy, death-overs ability, and fearless bowling against top batters, Arshdeep remains the lead pacer of the PBKS attack.
With more than 82 IPL matches, close to 100 wickets, and multiple match-winning spells, he is now one of the most reliable T20 bowlers in India.
IPL 2026 Contract Details
IPL 2026 Price & Team
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Team | Punjab Kings (PBKS) |
| IPL 2026 Price | ₹18 Crore |
| Retained Status | Retained |
| IPL Debut | 2019 |
| Role | Bowler |
| Bowling Style | Left-arm Fast Seam |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 05 February 1999 |
| Matches Played | 82 |
His retention confirms PBKS’ long-term trust in him as their main strike bowler, especially in powerplay and death overs.
Arshdeep Singh – The Rise of PBKS’ Left-Arm Spearhead
Arshdeep Singh emerged from Punjab’s domestic cricket and rose quickly through age-group tournaments. His breakthrough came during the 2021 and 2022 IPL seasons, where his perfect yorkers, calm temperament, and improved pace made him a reliable bowler.
He became a vital part of India’s T20 setup as well, playing major tournaments and delivering under pressure. His success in the T20 World Cup, strong performances in the IPL, and consistent wicket-taking ability established him among the best left-arm pacers in India.
In IPL 2026, PBKS again put faith in him as their main fast bowler, expecting him to deliver crucial spells under Ricky Ponting’s coaching.
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IPL Batting Stats
Arshdeep Singh IPL Batting Career
| Season | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 2.00 | 33.33 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 4.00 | 133.33 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 | 2 | 2* | – | 100.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 14 | 21 | 10* | 7.00 | 72.41 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 2 | 1* | 0.00 | 66.66 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 | 0* | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
| All IPL | 82 | 31 | 10* | 5.17 | 67.39 | 4 | 0 |
IPL Bowling Stats
Arshdeep Singh IPL Bowling Career
| Season | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best | Average | Economy | 4W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58.2 | 518 | 21 | 3/16 | 24.67 | 8.88 | 0 |
| 2024 | 50.2 | 505 | 19 | 4/29 | 26.58 | 10.03 | 1 |
| 2023 | 50.5 | 493 | 17 | 4/29 | 29.00 | 9.70 | 1 |
| 2022 | 50 | 385 | 10 | 3/37 | 38.50 | 7.70 | 0 |
| 2021 | 41.2 | 342 | 18 | 5/32 | 19.00 | 8.27 | 0 |
| 2020 | 24.5 | 218 | 9 | 3/23 | 24.22 | 8.77 | 0 |
| 2019 | 10 | 109 | 3 | 2/43 | 36.33 | 10.90 | 0 |
| All IPL | 285.4 | 2570 | 97 | 5/32 | 26.49 | 9.00 | 2 |
Arshdeep is close to joining the 100+ IPL wickets club, which highlights his consistency.
Arshdeep Singh IPL Auction Price History
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | ₹20 Lakhs | KXIP |
| 2020 | ₹20 Lakhs | KXIP |
| 2021 | ₹20 Lakhs | KXIP |
| 2022 | ₹4.00 Crore | PBKS |
| 2023 | ₹4.00 Crore | PBKS |
| 2024 | ₹4.00 Crore | PBKS |
| 2025 | ₹18.00 Crore | PBKS |
| 2026 | ₹18.00 Crore (Retained) | PBKS |
Strengths and Playing Style
1. Deadly Yorker Specialist
Known for accurate yorkers in pressure moments.
2. Big Match Temperament
Has delivered in World Cup matches, Super Overs, and knockout games.
3. New-Ball Swing
Moves the ball early, troubling right-handers consistently.
4. Death Overs Control
Trusted for overs 18–20, even against power-hitters.
5. Left-Arm Variation
Provides natural angle and diversity in PBKS bowling attack.
Arshdeep Singh’s Role in IPL 2026
Arshdeep enters IPL 2026 as the primary strike bowler for PBKS.
He will likely bowl:
- 2 overs in powerplay
- 1 in middle overs
- 1–2 overs at the death
With his improved pace, maturity, and tournament experience, he remains one of the biggest match-winners for PBKS.
Conclusion
Arshdeep Singh is one of the most impactful left-arm pacers in modern T20 cricket.
With 97 IPL wickets, a best of 5/32, strong World Cup performances, and a massive ₹18 Crore retention, he continues to be the backbone of the PBKS bowling attack.
As Punjab Kings aim for their maiden IPL title in 2026, Arshdeep’s performances with the new ball and at the death will be crucial.
