Shreyas Iyer smashed his maiden IPL century (101*) to guide Punjab Kings to a vital seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants. The victory keeps PBKS' playoff hopes alive, with Iyer joining an elite list of captains with centuries in IPL chases.
Shreyas Iyer scored his maiden IPL century (101*) to guide Punjab Kings to a crucial seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, keeping their playoff hopes alive. PBKS now rely on other results to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs.
Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century led Punjab Kings to a crucial 7-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, keeping their playoff hopes alive. PBKS now need to rely on other results to advance.
Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 101 powered Punjab Kings to a seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants, ending a six-match losing streak and keeping their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive. Coach Ricky Ponting praised Iyer's leadership and temperament.
Punjab Kings ended a six-match losing streak with a win over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century. PBKS climbed to fourth place, keeping their playoff hopes alive in IPL 2026.
Arshdeep Singh endured a difficult outing against Lucknow Super Giants, conceding 52 runs in three overs and setting an unwanted IPL record for most 50+ run concessions by a PBKS bowler. LSG posted 196/6, with Josh Inglis scoring 72.
LSG posted a competitive 196/6 against PBKS, with Josh Inglis scoring 72. Arshdeep Singh had a tough outing, conceding 52 runs in 3 overs. PBKS bowlers showed promise but conceded 17 runs in the final over.
Lucknow Super Giants' key player Mitchell Marsh has left for Pakistan for an ODI series, missing their crucial IPL match against Punjab Kings. Marsh, LSG's top scorer, leaves a significant gap as PBKS needs a win to stay in playoff contention.
Royal Challengers (RCB) have secured a playoff spot in the IPL, with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans (GT) also qualifying. Rajasthan Royals (RR) have a 68.8% chance of making the top four.
RCB has secured a playoff spot in the IPL, with their chances of finishing top-1 in points at 100%. Other teams like GT, SRH, CSK, RR, PBKS, DC, and KKR have varying probabilities of qualifying as the league stage nears its end.
RCB has qualified for the IPL playoffs, with their worst-case scenario being a three-way tie for first place. Other teams like GT, SRH, CSK, RR, PBKS, DC, and KKR have varying probabilities of making the top four, with LSG and MI already eliminated.
Punjab Kings suffered their sixth consecutive loss in IPL 2026, falling to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their playoff hopes are now slim, while RCB secured a playoff spot. Co-owner Preity Zinta was seen in a serious discussion with skipper Shreyas Iyer.
Shreyas Iyer is poised to captain Punjab Kings in his 100th IPL match, a milestone he'll reach against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He has led three franchises, achieving 56 wins and a 58.3% win rate, placing him alongside Dhoni. Iyer is also the only captain to lead three different franchises to an IPL final.
Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 playoff hopes hinge on the PBKS vs RCB match. An RCB win simplifies CSK's path, while a PBKS victory intensifies the race and Net Run Rate calculations.
With 10 games left in the IPL, GT and RCB are strong contenders for the top spots, while LSG and MI are out. SRH, RR, and PBKS have good chances for playoffs, but CSK, KKR, and DC face slim odds.
Tilak Varma's unbeaten 75 helps Mumbai Indians chase down 200/8, securing a six-wicket win over Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, dashing PBKS' playoff hopes with their fifth straight loss.
Mumbai Indians, led by Jasprit Bumrah, defeated Punjab Kings by 6 wickets in Dharamsala, keeping the IPL 2026 points table open. Despite the win, MI remains eliminated with 8 points, while PBKS's playoff chances slim with 13 points from 12 games.
Punjab Kings face a must-win match against Mumbai Indians with a 55-60% rain threat in Dharamshala, potentially impacting playoff hopes. A washout would give both teams 1 point, affecting PBKS' standings and top-two aspirations differently than MI, who are already eliminated.
Punjab Kings face a must-win match against Mumbai Indians amidst a 55-60% rain threat in Dharamshala, which could impact their IPL 2026 playoff chances with a potential washout leading to shared points.
GT (99.7%) and RCB (99%) are nearly assured of IPL 2026 playoffs, while KKR (2.6%) and DC (2.7%) have slim chances, with 8,192 possible outcome combinations remaining.
Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh responds to critics on social media amid the team's four-game losing streak in IPL 2026, echoing franchise co-owner Preity Zinta's call against misinformation.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) face a playoff race crisis after 4 consecutive IPL 2026 losses, sliding to 4th place. Co-owner Preity Zinta denounces fake reports of team discipline issues, urging responsible sharing of verified information.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) co-owner Preity Zinta addresses fake reports amid the team's 4-game losing streak in IPL 2026, urging responsibility in sharing information as PBKS slips to 4th place with 13 points.
Axar Patel was fined Rs 12 lakh after Delhi Capitals maintained a slow over rate during their thrilling three-wicket IPL 2026 win over Punjab Kings. Axar scored 56 while David Miller added 51 in Delhi’s successful chase of 211. Madhav Tiwari starred with two wickets and a calm finishing cameo as Delhi kept their playoff hopes alive.
