The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is set to commence with a match between defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Chennai on March 22.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the initial IPL schedule for the first two weeks, starting from March 22 to April 7. During this period, a total of 21 matches will take place across 10 cities, with each team set to play between three to five matches. The IPL schedule for the second phase will be disclosed later.
Meanwhile, Shikhar Dhawan-led Punjab Kings will look to end their title drought in the upcoming IPL. Notably, PBKS' first match will be against Delhi Capitals on March 23 in Mohali.
Here is Punjab Kings' schedule for IPL 2024's first-leg:
| Teams | Date | Venue | Time |
| Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals | March 23 | Mohali | 3:30 PM IST |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Punjab Kings | March 25 | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM IST |
| Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings | March 30 | Lucknow | 7:30 PM IST |
| Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings | April 4 | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM IST |
PBKS' IPL drought
Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) are one of the teams who have never lifted the IPL Trophy. However, PBKS reached the semifinals in 2008 and were the runners-up in 2014. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated the franchise by three wickets in Bangalore.
The franchise has had a disappointing season as they failed to qualify for the playoffs for nine years. Their constant change in team's leadership has hindered their ability to find a winning formula.
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