Top 3 Likely Indian Replacements for Trevor Bayliss as Punjab Kings Coach

Trevor Bayliss who has been a successful coach is set to look for new opportunities pretty soon. The former England World Cup-winning coach is set to bid goodbye to Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025. In a report carried by CRICBUZZ, it has come to light that the franchise is looking for an Indian name to end its trophy drought. 

Indian Premier League 2024 was a horrible campaign for Punjab Kings having finished second from bottom. Injury to regular skipper Shikhar Dhawan didn’t help their cause as Sam Curran waged a lone battle as the skipper and made sure his team didn’t finish at the bottom. 

Punjab Kings according to CRICBUZZ have been vocal for an Indian team coach. Rahul Dravid is set to move to Rajasthan Royals as per a few reports earlier this week. This leaves some unfancied names in the race for the coach’s job at Punjab Kings, 

Here are the top 3 likely Indian coaches for Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025

3- Paras Mhambrey 

The former Indian bowling coach will be a strong candidate to take over as the next coach of Punjab Kings. Paras Mhambrey has made a huge difference during his association with the Indian Under-19 and Senior men’s team. His invaluable experience as a former domestic stalwart fulfils the criteria Punjab Kings have set for themselves. It will also be a huge chance for Paras Mhambrey to become the head coach emerge from the shadows of Rahul Dravid and establish a new for himself. 

2- Vikram Rathour 

After a long stint as the Indian batting coach, Vikram Rathour made his exit along with Rahul Dravid and Paras Mhambrey from the Indian set-up. The former India opener will fancy his chances of becoming the next Punjab Kings coach with his massive experience. Vikram Rathour is also a former Punjab player and his knowledge about the local conditions should be a huge plus for his potential recruitment with Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025. 

1- Sanjay Bangar 

India’s former batting coach Sanjay Bangar is already with Punjab Kings as a part of the cricket development group. The 51-year-old has a wealth of experience both on the international front as well as in the IPL. Sanjay Bangar is known for his attention to detail and his ability to work with batters and better their game. Punjab Kings would love to have one of their own to take charge of the team and get the elusive IPL title home.