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The TATA IPL 2026 Auction saw Punjab Kings strengthen their squad with key domestic picks like Vishnu Vinod and Praveen Dubey, along with Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly for middle-order balance. On JioHotstar’s ‘TATA IPL Auction Review’, JioStar experts Robin Uthappa and Abhinav Mukund praised the team’s smart additions while noting areas like spin depth that need attention.
Speaking on the 'TATA IPL Auction Review', Robin Uthappa highlighted Vishnu Vinod as one of Punjab Kings’ most promising additions:
"Vishnu Vinod is a really exciting signing for Punjab Kings, and I genuinely hope he gets regular opportunities in the IPL. We’ve only seen glimpses of his ability during his stint with Mumbai Indians, but he’s got phenomenal talent. His inclusion adds depth to the middle order and even offers a potential fast-bowling option. There's a lot of value he can bring to this setup."
Speaking on the 'TATA IPL Auction Review', Abhinav Mukund analyzed Punjab Kings’ balanced approach at the table:
"Punjab Kings didn’t need much heading into the auction, having already invested heavily earlier. The only concern is Yuzvendra Chahal not featuring in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy — so it’s unclear if they have enough backup for him. They’ve added Pravin Dubey, a leg-spinner from Karnataka, and Cooper Connolly, who’s an exciting left-handed all-rounder capable of batting anywhere from three to five. That versatility definitely adds value to their middle order."
