The group paid $76 million to acquire the franchise, and the team was named Kings XI Punjab.

He however played only 1 match in the tournament against Kings XI Punjab and scored 1 run.

He is also the assistant coach of Kings XI Punjab.

They suffered a shock home defeat against Kings XI Punjab as they failed to chase the target of 157.

He scored 116 not out against the team Kings XI Punjab.

He has played for Kings XI Punjab since 2011.

Sangakkara, impressed my his teammate set him as opener for the Kings XI Punjab.

They beat the Kings XI Punjab by 9 wickets in the semifinal.

In the next match, however, they messed up an easy chase against Kings XI Punjab, losing narrowly by 2 runs.

Soon after, Kings XI Punjab signed a domestic contract with him.