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Sairaj Bahutule Joins Punjab Kings as Spin Bowling Coach | Sports-Games
- Chandigarh, Oct 23, 2025, Punjab Kings confirmed Sairaj Bahutule as their spin bowling coach ahead of IPL 2026, replacing Sunil Joshi who served from 2023 to 2025.
- Prompted by Sunil Joshi's move to the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, PBKS sought a new spin mentor and cited Bahutule's experience grooming domestic bowlers.
- Bahutule's resume lists Rajasthan Royals stints from 2018 to 2021 and 2025, National Cricket Academy work, India A support roles, and coaching Kerala, Gujarat, Vidarbha, and Bengal domestic teams.
- He joins a backroom led by Ricky Ponting as PBKS aims to sharpen its bowling, joining assistants Brad Haddin, James Hopes and Trevor Gonsalves.
- Having left Rajasthan Royals after Rahul Dravid's exit last year, Sairaj Bahutule returns to IPL coaching with Punjab Kings and is excited by their different brand of cricket and player potential.
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IPLT20NEWS.comPBKS appoint Sairaj Bahutule as new spin bowling coach before IPL 2026
Punjab Kings have announced Sairaj Bahutule as their new spin bowling coach, replacing Sunil Joshi ahead of the next IPL season. The move aims to reinforce PBKS's bowling strategy and further develop young talent as the team prepares for the upcoming IPL auction and 2026 campaign.
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Sairaj Bahutule Joins Punjab Kings as Spin Bowling Coach | Sports-Games
Sairaj Bahutule has been appointed as the new spin bowling coach for Punjab Kings, replacing Sunil Joshi. With experience as a former cricketer and seasoned coach, Bahutule is eager to bring his expertise to the IPL team. Punjab Kings aims to strengthen its bowling unit with his guidance.
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