- Nationality
India- Cricket
- Harnoor Pannu
- Current Team
- PBKS
A stylish left-handed opening batter from Jalandhar, Harnoor Singh Pannu (born January 30, 2003) is one of the most promising young anchors in Indian cricket. Known for his classical technique and immense composure, Harnoor has successfully transitioned from an Under-19 World Cup hero to a consistent run-machine in the domestic circuit.
As of January 21, 2026, Harnoor Singh is coming off a sensational domestic white-ball campaign. Following a breakthrough 2025-26 season for Punjab, he has been retained by the Punjab Kings (PBKS) for the IPL 2026 season at his acquisition price of ₹30 Lakh. He enters the new IPL season as one of the most in-form domestic openers in the country.
Harnoor Singh: Career Profile & 2025–26 Milestones
The U-19 World Cup Bedrock
Harnoor first made global headlines in 2022 as the opening anchor for India’s U-19 World Cup-winning squad. His tournament was highlighted by 197 runs, including a clinical 88 against Ireland and a crucial 46 in the final against England. Earlier that season, he was named the Player of the Tournament in the U-19 Asia Cup, where he finished as the leading run-scorer.
Ranji Trophy & Vijay Hazare Breakthrough (2025–26)
After moving from Chandigarh to his home state of Punjab (PCA) for the 2025-26 season, Harnoor reached new heights:
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Maiden First-Class Century: In October 2025, he smashed a magnificent 170 against Kerala in the Ranji Trophy, marking his debut century for Punjab.
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Vijay Hazare Masterclass: In January 2026, he finished the Vijay Hazare Trophy with 326 runs, featuring a match-winning 115* against Meghalaya and a gritty 94 against Goa. His ability to anchor high-pressure chases earned him the nickname “The Bedrock” of the Punjab top order.
IPL 2026: The PBKS “Homecoming”
Secured by Punjab Kings during the 2025 auction, Harnoor’s retention for 2026 signifies the franchise’s belief in his long-term potential. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and the mentorship of Ricky Ponting, Harnoor is being groomed as the technical stabilizer who can allow aggressive partners like Prabhsimran Singh and Travis Head (if paired) to play freely.
Harnoor Singh: Consolidated Career Statistics
Data updated as of January 21, 2026.
Domestic & IPL Performance Summary
| Format | Matches | Runs | High Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s / 50s |
| First-Class (Ranji) | 9 | 525 | 170 | 40.38 | 52.10 | 1 / 2 |
| List A (VHT) | 15 | 585 | 115* | 45.00 | 88.50 | 1 / 3 |
| Domestic T20 | 18 | 320 | 64 | 22.85 | 128.40 | 0 / 2 |
| IPL 2026 | Debut Pending | – | – | – | – | – |
Recent Match Highlights (Dec 2025 – Jan 2026)
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Vijay Hazare Trophy: 115* (114) vs Meghalaya (Dec 25, 2025).
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Vijay Hazare Trophy: 94 (90) vs Goa (Jan 5, 2026).
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SMAT T20: 64 (36) vs Madhya Pradesh (Dec 15, 2025).
