Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) confirmed the appointment of former India cricketer and experienced coach Sairaj Bahutule as the team’s new spin bowling coach ahead of the upcoming season, as per a release from PBKS.
Bahutule replaces Sunil Joshi, who served in the role, previously from 2023 to 2025.
Sairaj Bahutule brings in years of experience, having been a veteran of first-class cricket and a highly-regarded cricket coach. He has previously held coaching roles with domestic teams like Kerala, Gujarat, Vidharbha and Bengal, and IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals, focusing on developing young talent and optimizing bowling strategies across formats.
Satish Menon, CEO of Punjab Kings extended a warm welcome to Bahutule and said, “We extend our sincere thanks to Sun