About Yuzvendra Chahal
Yuzvendra Chahal is an Indian bowler who plays for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. PBKS retained him for ₹18 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹10 lakh in 2014 (Royal Challengers Bangalore) to ₹18 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹79.9 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians against Kolkata Knight Riders on 24 April 2013, he has played 189 IPL matches, scoring 37 runs and taking 233 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Yuzvendra Chahal in IPL
- IPL finalist (2016, 2022, 2025): played in the final.
- Best bowling: 5/40 against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022.
- Five-wicket hauls: 1 in the IPL.
- Best bowling season: 27 wickets in 2022.
- Player of the Match: 7 awards in the IPL.
- 189 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Yuzvendra Chahal’s Salary Compares at PBKS
Yuzvendra Chahal is the 3rd highest-paid player in the 25-man PBKS squad, taking about 14.8% of the team’s total player spend. The average PBKS player earns about ₹4.86 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹18 crore.