Can Punjab Kings FINALLY Win IPL 2026? Squads RATED | IPL 2026

The heartbreak of last year's six-run IPL final defeat still lingers, but the Punjab Kings are back with a vengeance for IPL 2026! In this episode of the 2Halves 2Innings cricket podcast, we dive deep into the upcoming season, previewing the squads of both the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and the hungry Punjab Kings. We discuss PBKS retaining a massive 21 players to keep their core intact, RCB's strategic auction buys including Jacob Bethell and Phil Salt, and debate the controversial Impact Player rule. Can Punjab Kings finally end their 19-year trophy drought and get their ultimate revenge? CHAPTERS: 0:00 - The 'Revenge' Season for Punjab Kings 2:15 - PBKS vs RCB Final 5:30 - Impact Player Rule Debate 8:45 - Punjab Kings Squad 11:20 - PBKS Probable Playing XI 14:10 - RCB Squad Breakdown 17:30 - RCB Probable Playing XI 20:15 - Predictions for Top 4 A special thanks to our sponsor, Senaptec! Please check out the information below for more details on the services they provide. Thank you for watching! Don't forget to subscribe, like, and drop a comment with your thoughts on the IPL 2026 season. See you in the next review! #IPL2026 #PunjabKings #RCB #CricketPodcast -- 🎧 Sponsored by Senaptec. Use code cricket for 10% off on https://senaptec.com -- Gear we use (Amazon Affiliate links) 📷 Camera: https://amzn.to/42lcOpO (UK) | https://amzn.to/4ddeYNf (INDIA) 📷 Camera: https://amzn.to/3ZGJnhm (UK) | https://amzn.to/4jNqmBr (INDIA) 🔍 Lens: https://amzn.to/4i5rKyf (UK) | https://amzn.to/4deO3AV (INDIA) 💡 Lighting: https://amzn.to/4lliBo0 (UK) | https://amzn.to/43KvZKt (INDIA) 🎙️ Microphone: https://amzn.to/4i6EKUe (UK) | https://amzn.to/3FiR46N (INDIA) 💻 Software: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?... -- Stay updated with our latest insights: 📺 Subscribe to Our Channel:    / @2halves2innings   Connect with Us Online: 🔹 Instagram:   / 2halves2innings   🔹 X(Twitter): https://x.com/2Halves2Innings 🔹 Facebook:   / 2halves2innings   🔹 TikTok:   / 2halves2innings   Join our community, and let’s grow together! --