There has been a shift in fortune for the Punjab Kings franchise in terms of global stardom, as the franchise has surprisingly become the most-searched IPL team on Google in 2025. The team has seen a remarkable rise in its online following, surpassing long-established powerhouses such as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI).
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Their popularity increase wasn’t limited to India, as Punjab Kings Google rankings saw a global rise as they claimed the fourth spot among the world’s most-searched sports teams this year. The surge comes on the back of a standout season where, under new skipper Shreyas Iyer, who was among the best batsmen in IPL 2025, delivered a splendid campaign in over a decade, making it to the IPL final for the first time since 2014.
Punjab Kings Becomes Most Searched IPL Team On Google In 2025
Punjab Kings (PBKS) rise in search popularity comes on the back of a splendid IPL 2025 season. Under newly appointed captain Shreyas Iyer, the franchise delivered one of its strongest campaigns to date, making it into the final for the first time since 2014. While they fell just short against eventual champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), their consistent performances kept fans fully engaged throughout the tournament.
The buzz began even before the season started. PBKS made headlines at the mega auction by securing Shreyas Iyer for an eye-catching ₹26.75 crore, one of the most expensive signings in IPL history. The arrival of veteran coach Ricky Ponting, along with the buy of seasoned leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal.
The team didn’t just lead the IPL in online popularity; they also claimed the fourth spot worldwide in Google’s prestigious list of the Top 5 Most Searched Sports Teams of 2025, joining a group filled with major global sporting giants.
- Paris Saint-Germain FC
- S.L. Benfica
- Toronto Blue Jays
- Punjab Kings
- Delhi Capitals
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Google’s 2025 data revealed that the Punjab Kings were the IPL’s most-searched franchise. Remarkably, PBKS also featured among the world’s most-searched sports teams, placing just behind Paris Saint-Germain, Benfica, and the Toronto Blue Jays. Within the IPL, Delhi Capitals came in next on the search charts, with Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants following close behind. Saurabh Arora, Chief Commercial Officer of Punjab Kings, said:
This means a lot to us because it reflects what we've tried to build this entire year - a team and a brand people genuinely feel connected to. Our focus is always to win on the field, but what makes this journey special is that fans relate to the stories we tell, the culture we celebrate, and the identity Punjab Kings stands for.
Being ranked among the most-searched teams globally is humbling. It tells us that people aren't just watching us; they're invested, curious, and emotionally tied to the team. We take that responsibility seriously and will continue creating moments, stories, and experiences that bring fans even closer to us - on and off the field.
Google’s parameter for compiling its top search rankings is driven mainly by the overall volume of searches recorded during the year. However, steady interest over time matters just as much; one sudden spike in searches isn’t enough to significantly influence the list. Additionally, Google factors in how widely a term is searched across different regions and countries, giving higher placement to topics that attract attention from diverse locations rather than those trending in only one area.
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