Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh is getting strong attention for a possible India T20I call-up. After his consistent performances in IPL 2026, the young batter is now being seen as one of the top contenders for a place in the national team.
A recent hint from Gautam Gambhir has made this discussion even stronger. His actions have made many fans and experts believe that Prabhsimran could soon get his chance.
Experts back Prabhsimran’s selection
Former India player Deep Dasgupta openly supported Prabhsimran. He said the youngster has shown enough talent and consistency to be selected for India’s T20I team.
According to him, Prabhsimran’s role as an opener and his wicketkeeping skills have made a big difference for Punjab Kings this season.
At the same time, Ravichandran Ashwin also shared his thoughts. He pointed out that players like Prabhsimran and Priyansh Arya are not getting as much attention as others, even though their performances have been very strong.
Ashwin also mentioned that Prabhsimran’s India A experience shows that selectors are already keeping an eye on him.
Gambhir’s social media move grabs attention
The buzz increased when Gautam Gambhir liked a video praising Prabhsimran Singh on CricketMAN2. This small action quickly became a big talking point in cricket circles.
Many fans believe that this could be an early sign of support for Prabhsimran’s entry into the Indian team.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi still in the race
While Prabhsimran is gaining attention, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is also performing very well this season.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi IPL 2026 stats
| Matches | Runs | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 357 | 1 | 2 |
His strong performances for Rajasthan Royals keep him in the selection race. However, the current focus has shifted slightly toward Prabhsimran due to his all-round impact.
Prabhsimran Singh IPL journey
Prabhsimran has improved every season since joining Punjab Kings. His growth as an opener has been clear over the years.
| Season | Matches | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14 | 358 |
| 2024 | — | 334 |
| 2025 | — | 549 |
| 2026 | 7 | 287 |
His best season came in 2025 when he scored 549 runs. In IPL 2026, he has already scored 287 runs in just seven matches, playing a key role in PBKS’s strong performance.
Final thoughts
Prabhsimran Singh is now one of the strongest contenders for an India T20I call-up. His consistent batting, ability to open the innings, and safe wicketkeeping make him a complete package.
With support from experts and hints from Gautam Gambhir, the chances of his selection look very high. However, players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are still in the race, making the selection battle even more interesting.
