Priyansh Arya's 32-ball 32 for India A ended in a bizarre run-out involving Ruturaj Gaikwad and wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella's obstructing foot during their tri-series opener against Sri Lanka A.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite intense competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Ashwin highlighted India's deep talent pool, noting that players like KL Rahul are sometimes overlooked.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite fierce competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma.
Punjab Kings posted a formidable 210/5 against Delhi Capitals, with KL Rahul's early dismissal by Arshdeep Singh drawing a jubilant reaction from coach Ricky Ponting. Despite Priyansh Arya's explosive start, Delhi's bowlers fought back. Shreyas Iyer anchored Punjab's innings with a half-century, setting a challenging target.
Delhi Capitals faced a penalty for slow over-rate against Punjab Kings, allowing PBKS to post a massive 210/5. Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer starred for Punjab, while Mitchell Starc endured his most expensive IPL spell. Notably, Delhi Capitals employed an all-pace attack throughout the innings.
Young batting sensations Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are electrifying the IPL with their aggressive T20 style. Sooryavanshi, the youngest IPL centurion, and Arya, known for his rapid centuries, are leading a new generation of fearless batsmen, dominating powerplay overs and setting new benchmarks for strike rates and quick-fire fifties.
Young batting sensations Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are electrifying the IPL with their aggressive T20 style. Sooryavanshi, the youngest IPL centurion, and Arya, known for his rapid centuries, are leading a new generation of fearless batsmen, dominating powerplay overs and setting new benchmarks for strike rates and quick-fire fifties.
Priyansh Arya made IPL history by hitting Mitchell Starc for six off the first ball in Dharamsala, marking his third such feat. This places him second behind Yashasvi Jaiswal, who also hit Starc for an opening ball six earlier this season. The match saw Delhi Capitals opt to field after winning the toss.
Priyansh Arya made IPL history by hitting Mitchell Starc for six off the first ball in Dharamsala, marking his third such feat. This places him second behind Yashasvi Jaiswal, who also hit Starc for an opening ball six earlier this season. The match saw Delhi Capitals opt to field after winning the toss.
Ngidi had to be taken off the field on a stretcher and was hospitalised after the incident. It happened in the third over of Punjab Kings’ innings, bowled by Axar Patel, when Ngidi tried to take a catch off a shot by Priyansh Arya.
The unbeaten Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, face the Rajasthan Royals in a highly anticipated IPL 2026 match. The contest highlights a battle between two of the league's most explosive opening pairs, Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi and Arya-Prabhsimran.
Punjab Kings completed a historic 265-run chase against Delhi Capitals in the IPL, with captain Shreyas Iyer scoring an unbeaten 71. Head coach Ricky Ponting praised his captain's leadership, revealing he had strongly advocated for Iyer's acquisition at the auction to help rebuild the franchise.
Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful chase in IPL history, defeating Delhi Capitals after DC posted 264/2 with KL Rahul's unbeaten 152. Post-match, co-owner Preity Zinta gave young batter Priyansh Arya a playful punch on the stomach, with his surprised reaction going viral. Captain Shreyas Iyer scored an unbeaten 71 to guide Punjab to victory with seven balls remaining.
Karun Nair's dropped catches proved costly as Punjab Kings achieved the IPL's highest successful chase, overcoming Delhi Capitals' 265. Shreyas Iyer, granted two lifelines by Nair, capitalized with a match-winning 71. Earlier, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya's explosive opening stand set the stage for the record-breaking victory.
Karun Nair's dropped catches proved costly as Punjab Kings achieved the IPL's highest successful chase, overcoming Delhi Capitals' 265. Shreyas Iyer, granted two lifelines by Nair, capitalized with a match-winning 71. Earlier, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya's explosive opening stand set the stage for the record-breaking victory.
Punjab Kings pulled off the highest successful run chase in IPL history, chasing 265 against Delhi Capitals in Delhi on Saturday. However, the match was overshadowed by Karun Nair's heartbreaking double drop of PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer in four balls. Iyer, who survived both chances, went on to score 71 off 36 balls and guide his team home with seven balls to spare. Earlier, Prabhsimran Singh (76 off 26) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17) laid the foundation with a 126-run opening partnership in just 6.5 overs.
Delhi Capitals were forced to use Vipraj Nigam as a concussion substitute for Lungi Ngidi instead of Dushmantha Chameera due to IPL regulations limiting teams to four overseas players.
Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful run chase in IPL history, defeating Delhi Capitals by six wickets after chasing a mammoth 264 runs. KL Rahul's explosive 152* powered DC to 264/2, but PBKS led by captain Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 71 and crucial contributions from Prabhsimran Singh (76) and Priyansh Arya (43) chased down the target with seven balls to spare, breaking their own record from 2024.
Punjab Kings pulled off a stunning chase in IPL 2026, reaching 100 runs in just 5.2 overs — the second-fastest team hundred in IPL history — while chasing Delhi Capitals' massive 264. Openers Prabhsimran Singh (76 off 26) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17) exploded in the powerplay, scoring 116 runs without loss, the second-highest powerplay total ever in the IPL. Earlier, KL Rahul's unbeaten 152 and Nitish Rana's 91 had powered DC to 264/2.
Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen congratulating Punjab Kings' Priyansh Arya after a dominant PBKS victory. Meanwhile, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant engaged in a chat with PBKS co-owner Preity Zinta. Punjab Kings secured their fifth win in six matches, while LSG suffered a third consecutive defeat, highlighting their struggles this season.
LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen interacting with Punjab Kings' explosive batter Priyansh Arya following his team's 54-run loss at PCA Stadium. Arya scored a blistering 93 off 37 balls in PBKS' fifth win in six matches. Meanwhile, PBKS co-owner Preity Zinta engaged in conversation with LSG captain Rishabh Pant, who is under pressure after a third consecutive defeat.
Punjab Kings defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in Mullanpur, posting the season's highest total of 254/7. Priyansh Arya (93) and Cooper Connolly (87) shared a 182-run partnership in 13.2 overs, hitting 16 sixes between them. LSG chased 200/5 with Rishabh Pant (43), Mitchell Marsh (40) and Aiden Markram (42). The match was marred by three dropped catches by Shashank Singh, including a crucial one off Arshdeep Singh that conceded a six, leaving coach Ricky Ponting frustrated. Captain Shreyas Iyer later defended Shashank playfully, and Ponting reconciled with a hug. PBKS now lead the points table with 5 wins in 6 matches.
