Punjab Kings, a team in the Indian Premier League, announced the appointment of Sairaj Bahutule as their new spin bowling coach for the upcoming season. Bahutule, a former Indian cricketer, will be taking over from Sunil Joshi who held the position from 2023 to 2025. Bahutule has previously worked with domestic teams like Kerala, Gujarat, Vidarbha, Bengal, and IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals.
Satish Menon, the CEO of Punjab Kings, thanked Sunil Joshi for his service and welcomed Bahutule to the coaching staff. Menon expressed his excitement about Bahutule’s experience in grooming bowlers and managing strategy, believing it will be valuable for the team. Bahutule also shared his enthusiasm about joining the franchise, noting the team’s unique style of play and the talent within the squad. He is looking forward to working with the players to enhance their skills and help them achieve success.
The appointment of Bahutule is part of Punjab Kings’ vision to build a strong and cohesive bowling unit for the upcoming season. The team is optimistic about Bahutule’s expertise and his ability to contribute to their success. The announcement was made on October 23, 2025.
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