Mayank Agarwal will lead the Punjab Kings in the 15th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2022, the franchise announced on Monday. Since 2018, Mayank has been a vital member of the Punjab Kings. Last season, he was the team's vice-captain and captained the team for a brief period. Punjab Kings Captain Mayank Agarwal stated, "I've been with the Punjab Kings since 2018, and I'm honoured to be a part of such an incredible team. I'm ecstatic to have been chosen to head the squad."

"I take on this responsibility with the utmost seriousness, but I also believe that the talent we have in the Punjab Kings roster this season will make my job simpler. We have some seasoned players among our ranks, as well as a slew of talented teenagers eager to seize the moment and run with it "..

"We've always gone into the game aiming to win the title, and as a team, we'll work hard to achieve our goal of winning our first IPL trophy. I am grateful to the team management for entrusting me with this new duty as the side's leader. I'm excited for the new season and the new difficulties it will bring " he added.

In the mega auction, Punjab Kings bought the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Shahrukh Khan, and Kagiso Rabada.