- Nationality
India- Cricket
- Harpreet Brar
- Current Team
- PBKS
A crafty left-arm orthodox spinner and a clinical lower-order batter, Harpreet Brar (born September 16, 1995) has transformed from a domestic workhorse into a tactical linchpin for the Punjab Kings (PBKS). Standing 6’2″, Brar utilizes his height to extract bounce and maintain a relentless economy, making him a nightmare for batters in the middle overs.
As of January 21, 2026, Harpreet Brar is fresh from a deep run in the 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he helped Punjab reach the semi-finals. He enters the IPL 2026 season as a retained asset for Punjab Kings, valued at ₹1.5 Crore, continuing his long-standing association with his home franchise under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer.
Harpreet Brar: Profile & 2026 Milestones
The “Giant-Killer” Legacy
Harpreet Brar etched his name into IPL folklore in 2021 with a legendary spell against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). In a single match, he claimed the wickets of Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and AB de Villiers, finishing with figures of 3/19. Since then, he has evolved into a senior member of the PBKS spin department, known for his “spin-choke” ability alongside the likes of Rahul Chahar and Noor Ahmad.
Domestic Dominance (2025–26)
Brar remains a cornerstone of the Punjab state team. In the recently concluded 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, he played a vital role in Punjab’s journey to the semi-finals:
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Quarter-Final Impact: Contributed with a tidy spell and a cameo of 10* in Punjab’s massive 183-run victory over Madhya Pradesh on January 13, 2026.
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Consistency: Throughout the tournament, he maintained an economy rate under 5.00, providing the control needed for his pace battery to attack.
IPL 2026: The Homegrown Enforcer
For the 2026 season, head coach Ricky Ponting has identified Brar as a non-negotiable starter. His ability to double as a power-hitter in the death overs adds immense balance to the squad. In the 2025 season, he proved his worth by claiming 10 wickets in 8 matches, including a match-winning 3/22 against Rajasthan Royals.
Harpreet Brar: Consolidated Statistics
Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.
IPL Bowling Performance
| Year | Team | Matches | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR |
| 2025 | PBKS | 8 | 132 | 190 | 10 | 3/22 | 19.00 | 8.64 | 13.20 |
| 2024 | PBKS | 13 | 228 | 303 | 7 | 2/13 | 43.29 | 7.97 | 32.57 |
| 2023 | PBKS | 13 | 163 | 218 | 9 | 4/30 | 24.22 | 8.02 | 18.11 |
| 2021 | PBKS | 7 | 138 | 139 | 5 | 3/19 | 27.80 | 6.04 | 27.60 |
| Career | Total | 49 | 811 | 1,085 | 35 | 4/30 | 31.00 | 8.03 | 23.17 |
IPL Batting Highlights
| Year | Team | Matches | Runs | High Score | Average | Strike Rate | 4s / 6s |
| 2025 | PBKS | 8 | 11 | 17* | 11.00 | 84.62 | 0 / 1 |
| 2024 | PBKS | 13 | 75 | 29 | 37.50 | 138.89 | 8 / 2 |
| 2021 | PBKS | 7 | 64 | 25* | – | 110.34 | 3 / 2 |
| Career | Total | 49 | 244 | 29 | 20.33 | 120.20 | 19 / 10 |
