Bhubaneswar, March 12 -- After suffering a painful defeat in the final of the Indian Premier League last season against RCB, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) are preparing for a strong comeback with a formidable squad that looks capable of challenging for the title once again.

PBKS came agonisingly close to lifting their maiden IPL trophy in the previous edition but fell short in the final after a thrilling contest, leaving fans heartbroken. Despite a remarkable campaign that saw them dominate the league stage and the playoffs, the franchise narrowly missed out on glory in the title clash.

Heading into the new season, the team management has retained a strong core while adding depth and firepower across departments.

Leading the side once again ...